The NFL has filed a grievance against the NFL Players Association, alleging that union leaders, including president JC Tretter, have advised running backs to 'consider feigning or exaggerating injuries' to help increase their leverage in contract negotiations. The grievance was filed on Sept. 11 and will be reviewed by an arbitrator.
- The NFL has filed a grievance against the NFL Players Association, accusing union leaders of advising running backs to exaggerate injuries to gain leverage in contract negotiations.
- The league argues that faking an injury would violate the collective bargaining agreement and players could face discipline and financial liability.
- The grievance seeks for the union to cease and desist from such conduct and other appropriate remedies.