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NFL, Referees Association Negotiate Labor Deal Ahead of Season

4/11/2026

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The National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Referees Association (NFLRA) are negotiating a new labor deal.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones attended a key meeting.
Discussions are expected to continue.
The current agreement runs until May 31.
The NFL aims to finalize a deal by May 1 to avoid hiring replacement officials, which would affect the start of the upcoming season.

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Story summary

The National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Referees Association (NFLRA) are negotiating a new labor deal.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones attended a key meeting.
Discussions are expected to continue.
The current agreement runs until May 31.
The NFL aims to finalize a deal by May 1 to avoid hiring replacement officials, which would affect the start of the upcoming season.