According to Pro Football Talk, suspended Vikings running back Adrian Peterson will receive a hearing on his status today, with a decision coming by the end of the week. The hearing, which will be held under arbitrator Shyam Das, comes after the NFL Players Association filed an … [Read more...] about Peterson Grievance Hearing Held Today
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Few Players to Opt Out of NFL Concussion Settlement
According to ESPN, very few players are likely to opt-out of the NFL Concussion Litigation Settlement proposed in June. Players are given three options with respect to the settlement: they can accept, opt-out, or object. Attorneys have predicted that any number from two dozen to … [Read more...] about Few Players to Opt Out of NFL Concussion Settlement
FCC Unanimously Removes Football Blackout Rule
Green Bay Packer fans might be able to breathe a little easier about watching Packers' playoff games from their homes this winer. According to a story from the Hollywood Reporter, the Federal Communications Commission unanimously chose to remove the football blackout rule, which … [Read more...] about FCC Unanimously Removes Football Blackout Rule
Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial
The NFL has recently incurred a large public backlash due to the arrests of high profile running backs Ray Rice and Adrian Peterson. Following an indictment on a charge of reckless or negligent injury to a child, the Minnesota Vikings deactivated Peterson for their Week 2 matchup … [Read more...] about Peterson Seeks Expedited Criminal Trial