Could the NFL and its players be on its way to avoiding labor problems in the future?
The NFL Players Association’s board of representatives approved the proposal from the league — one that has 17 games in each season — which means the next step is getting a majority of the players to vote yes on it.
But not everyone is pleased with it. In fact, some NFL players have been vocal already, showing their disapproval at the proposal and taking to social media to say as much. Here’s a rundown of some of the voices we’ve heard recently as the collective bargaining process takes its next steps.
1. Russell Wilson
The @NBA & @MLB are doing it right.
Players come first.ALL @NFL players deserve the same.
WE should not rush the next 10 YEARS for Today’s satisfaction.
I VOTE NO.
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) February 26, 2020
2. Aaron Rodgers
That’s according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter:
Whereas Richard Sherman was one of the loudest voices against the proposed CBA last week, Aaron Rodgers was one of the biggest objectors last night, per sources. Rodgers wanted even more dramatic changes to the off-season program that included more free time for the players.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 26, 2020
3. Maurkice Pouncey
(WARNING: Lots and lots of NSFW language here)
Maurkice Pouncey weighs in on the latest CBA proposal and negotiations #Steelers #NSFW https://t.co/x2bPXm4BZD pic.twitter.com/RR3ikCcZl3
— Steelers Depot 🏆👑 (@Steelersdepot) February 26, 2020
4. J.J. Watt
He tweeted this last week:
Hard no on that proposed CBA.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) February 21, 2020
5. Richard Sherman
Leadership! I am with you! Please communicate with your team rep. https://t.co/JucZbwqoa2
— Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) February 21, 2020
6. Michael Thomas
He was among the players scoffing at the idea of adding a 17th game, so you’d presume he’d say no to the CBA.
YEAH AIGHT 😂 https://t.co/ddV4AkbAAz
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) February 20, 2020
7. Leonard Fournette
I disagree with the 17 games
— 7⃣ Leonard Fournette (@_fournette) February 20, 2020
8. Marlon Humphrey
Bro I still can’t believe we voted yes https://t.co/1xIFCNkNP3
— Marlon Humphrey (@marlon_humphrey) February 26, 2020
9. Robert Griffin III
It’s up to the players now to take a stand and vote no https://t.co/43CCDPgqp6
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) February 26, 2020
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