03-12-2020, 03:04 PM
From a football related perspective only, I think a shutdown or delay in offseason activities may actually be a good thing. If they were able to come to terms on the new CBA during a shutdown it would benefit everyone. Owners, and players.
I know the looming CBA situation has been mentioned numerous times around the league regarding negotiations and decisions. Specifically, it's been referenced in regards to AJ Green and Joe Mixon long-term deals.
There's potential increases in revenue sharing, that will affect the cap and spending. There's debate on the use of tags as well. As it stands there is no rollover for 2021 (Spend it or lose it).
These are pretty substantial things that can affect spending and approach.
Keep in mind, the last time a new CBA was being worked was in 2011. And it factored greatly according to Mike Brown. He's specifically said they'd look at the idea of a practice facility after they got through the CBA. So with no new deal in place I could see that weighing in some of our decisions.
If I'm the NFL I think I'd suspend most operations until at least April 1st. Focus on the CBA in the meantime. Better safe than sorry, and avoid any bad PR from needless travel.
I know the looming CBA situation has been mentioned numerous times around the league regarding negotiations and decisions. Specifically, it's been referenced in regards to AJ Green and Joe Mixon long-term deals.
There's potential increases in revenue sharing, that will affect the cap and spending. There's debate on the use of tags as well. As it stands there is no rollover for 2021 (Spend it or lose it).
These are pretty substantial things that can affect spending and approach.
Keep in mind, the last time a new CBA was being worked was in 2011. And it factored greatly according to Mike Brown. He's specifically said they'd look at the idea of a practice facility after they got through the CBA. So with no new deal in place I could see that weighing in some of our decisions.
If I'm the NFL I think I'd suspend most operations until at least April 1st. Focus on the CBA in the meantime. Better safe than sorry, and avoid any bad PR from needless travel.