The Facts:
As all eyes and ears watch and listen for evidence emanating from the ownership meeting in Chicago, the first bit of good news has arrived. Told to pack a bag in the event that two days will be required to sift through the status of the labor talks, multiple reporters are reporting via Twitter that it’s expected a second day won’t be needed.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to PFT's Mike Florio, this likely means that the powers-that-be don’t anticipate the kind of debate that could force the owners to stick around for another day. Indeed, Colts owner Jim Irsay, spoke to reports assembled in Chicago and expressed optimism that a deal will be reached with the players. Also, Albert Breer of NFL Network notes a significant number of football people are present for the “two-per-club” affair, which suggests that part of the time will be spent working out the logistics for taking the process from agreement in principle to players in the building. ... Meanwhile, Florio continues to suggest a timeline that includes announcing announcing a deal on June 30, starting free agency on July 8, and then launching camp for the Rams and Bears on July 23, giving them two weeks to prepare for the Hall of Fame Game, which will be played on August 7. ... Stay tuned.
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