NFL, Referees Near New Deal

The NFL and the NFL Referees Association (NFLRA) are nearing a new collective bargaining agreement that could prevent a work stoppage. After a long stalemate, the NFLRA is set to hold a ratification vote this week, according to an anonymous source. The current CBA expires on May 31, and the league has offered a 6.45% annual raise over six years, while the union seeks 10% plus $2.5 million in marketing fees. saltysenoritaaz.org