9 days ago

Arbitrator Flags NFL Owners’ Public Criticism of Players in Report Card Ruling

The NFL’s win in halting public release of NFLPA report cards may carry consequences. In a 26-page ruling, arbitrator Scott Buchheit noted owners have publicly criticized players without league discipline, writing both sides could expect “flexibility” in applying Article 51. The footnote could open the door for the NFLPA to file grievances against owners for future public player criticism.