The Facts:
Following up on
today's big story. ...NFL commissioner Roger Goodell will spend the weekend preparing for the next set of negotiations, energized by this week’s secret talks that he believes show both sides are committed to ending the labor dispute. “The importance is to have the principles talk,” Goodell said. “That’s what we were interested in doing, have the owners and players talk to one another. That was accomplished this week. ... That’s a positive sign for us.”
Reported by the Associated Press
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Goodell was far from specific — he wouldn’t say when the next round of talks would be held or if the owners will be preparing another offer — but acknowledged both sides showed a willingness to work toward a deal. He wouldn’t say how the two sides would compromise on the stumbling blocks in the negotiations, mostly notably how to divvy up $9 billion in annual revenue. “I would just tell you that both sides are committed to continuing the dialogue,” Goodell said. “In negotiations, you’re making different suggestions, recommendations and proposals from time to time. I think both sides will do that in a responsible fashion. ...” As noted earlier today, CBSSports.com is reporting the league made concessions significant enough to impress players. But time is running out. Already free agency has been delayed, mini-camps canceled and optional workouts put on hold. Training camps are scheduled to open next month. Time for both sides to get busy.
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