Lando 249 Posted September 11, 2010 Share Posted September 11, 2010 The NFL players' union is considering to decertify by handing out voting cards to the players of the 32 teams. The article below explains how this would work and how this would happen. This is not the first time the NFL Union had done this.http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-nflpa-decertificationNEW YORK (AP)—The NFL Players Association is handing out voting cards to the players that could lead to decertification of the union.A person familiar with the union’s plans told The Associated Press on Saturday that players from all 32 teams will be asked to consider decertification, which could prevent the owners from locking out the players after the collective bargaining agreement expires in March.The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the union has not announced its plans.Should the union decertify, it could have the right to sue the league under antitrust laws if the players are locked out. It is sending out voting cards now because, logistically, getting enough signatures after the season would be difficult, if not impossible.The story was first reported by the Sports Business Journal, which cited a source as saying the New Orleans Saints already voted to decertify.“This is purely a procedural matter and is a non-story until March,” George Atallah, the NFLPA’s assistant executive director, told the AP.A letter sent to NFLPA membership has outlined to the players what voting for decertification would mean. DeMaurice Smith, the union’s executive director, frequently has said he expects the owners to lock out the players.Smith will be meeting with each team over the next few weeks.The letter also says if the union does not decertify before March and the expiration of the CBA, it can’t sue the league for six months.Decertification also would strip the union of collective bargaining rights on behalf of the players, and could affect marketing of the players through NFL Players, the marketing arm of the union.The NFL said it has no comment on the union’s action.In 1989, two years after a failed players’ strike, the NFLPA decertified. It returned as a union in 1993, when a contract was reached with the league that provided for free agency. That landmark CBA was renewed or restructured several times since 1993, including in 2006. The owners opted out of that deal in 2008. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Week 1 of the NFL games:Sep. 12Detroit Lions @ Chicago BearsIndianapolis Colts @ Houston TexansAtlanta Falcons @ Pittsburgh SteelersCarolina Panthers @ New York GiantsCincinnati Bengals @ New England PatriotsCleveland Browns @ Tampa Bay BuccaneersDenver Broncos @ Jacksonville JaguarsMiami Dolphins @ Buffalo BillsOakland Raiders @ Tennessee TitansSan Francisco 49ers @ Seattle SeahawksArizona Cardinals @ St. Louis RamsGreen Bay Packers @ Philadelphia EaglesDallas Cowboys @ Washington RedskinsMonday, Sep. 13Baltimore Ravens @ New York Jets 7:00 pmSan Diego Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs10:15 pmThe link below shows the game times and TV stations in the US (all games are Eastern Time).http://espn.go.com/nfl/scheduleFor the UK, I dunno, but someone probably would chime in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirhouseBear 291 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Bring on the bengals! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirhouseBear 291 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Currently watching college football. Oregon @ tennessee. It's still on but the schedule says Live MLS. Damn espn! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Can't wait for the hawks game tonight, see how we look under Pete Carroll. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueDaughter 172 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 yahooooooooooooooooooooooooo Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueDaughter 172 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Bring on sunday afternoon + monday night football and some pumpkin ale. I will be in heaven. Rootin for the Bengals today..know there are tons of pats fans on here loool Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordo7 147 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Looking forward to seeing the 49'ers tonight. Hopefully get off to a good start by beating the Seahawks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
templbluenose 0 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Let's kick some Cowboy Ass.Go Skins :clap: :clap: Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Bring on sunday afternoon + monday night football and some pumpkin ale. I will be in heaven. Rootin for the Bengals today..know there are tons of pats fans on here loool I will join ya in rooting for Cincinnati tonight bd!Ochocinqo is a legend! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Giants v panthers on niw, meadowlands stadium looks amazing Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the goal machine 7,802 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Come on you Giants! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Wow great start to the game. 2 interceptions already, giants qith 1 in the red zone there Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordo7 147 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Giants fan's booing already. Not a patient bunch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the goal machine 7,802 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Restricting the Panthers to a Field Goal was definitely not bad work. The offence has to improve though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirhouseBear 291 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 I agree with you all even though i dont know what you's are talking about Rookie loyal! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 It was a great last ditch tackle! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the goal machine 7,802 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 TD Giants Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordo7 147 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Manning's been picked off twice now. Just as well Carolina's offence doesn't look good.17-0 to the Pats already. I know a couple of people who will be happy with that start. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Manning's been picked off twice now. Just as well Carolina's offence doesn't look good.17-0 to the Pats already. I know a couple of people who will be happy with that start.I am! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirhouseBear 291 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 It's 24 now! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoff 7 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 The interceptions were the receicers fault, not mannings imo Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Yahoo has this live scoreboard.http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/scoreboardJust read that Cincinnati's Nugent kicked a 54 yard FG. He must have a great leg and has accuracy. The Pats will have to remember that he has that range; of course, the Bengals will lean on him for some crutch kicks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuirhouseBear 291 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Thanks for that Lando! That will come in handy during the season! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted September 12, 2010 Share Posted September 12, 2010 Panthers-Giants has been very sloppy Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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