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NFL Players Association Proposes Buyouts Amid 18-Game Controversy

1/22/2025

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The NFL Players Association is in crisis mode, proposing buyouts for half its staff as layoffs loom. Meanwhile, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell pushes for extending the regular season from 17 to 18 games, claiming it will enhance player health and safety. This controversial move could provide much-needed financial relief for both the league and the struggling union.

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Story summary

The NFL Players Association is in crisis mode, proposing buyouts for half its staff as layoffs loom. Meanwhile, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell pushes for extending the regular season from 17 to 18 games, claiming it will enhance player health and safety. This controversial move could provide much-needed financial relief for both the league and the struggling union.