The Facts: The league has filed an "Emergency Motion for Stay Pending Appeal" in the Elliott case, which specifically requests a decision by September 19 and no later than September 26.

Diehards Line: Two years ago, the NFL accepted the decision to block Tom Brady's suspension pending the outcome of his litigation. This time around, the NFL has opted for a more aggressive approach regarding the ruling that blocks Elliott‘s suspension. The earlier date requested would take Elliott off the field for the Week 3 game against the Cardinals, if the motion is granted. The later date would start the suspension in Week 4, against the Rams. The stay would allow the suspension to be enforced while the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit considers whether to overturn the ruling that delays the appeal.