NFL labor talks with referees break down as league prepares for possible replacement officials
Negotiations between the NFL and its referees’ union have reached an impasse ahead of the May 31 expiration of their collective bargaining agreement.
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NFL deadline sets August 6 contract and trade restrictions for unsigned drafted rookies
NFL rules impose trade and signing restrictions on any 2026 drafted rookie who remains unsigned after August 6, affecting negotiations and roster planning across all 32 clubs.
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WNBA’s New Labor Deal Resets Pay, Rosters and Revenue Sharing
The WNBA’s signed seven-year CBA lifts the 2026 salary cap to $7 million and links future player compensation to league and team revenue growth.
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MLB Labor Talks Put Free Agency, Salary Cap and Pay on Collision Course
MLB proposes earlier free agency and higher minimum pay in exchange for a salary cap and payroll floor the union says would restrict the market.