NFLPA decertifies, NFL labor litigation to ensue

In a move that surprised no one, but still sent shockwaves through the American professional sports landscape, the NFL Players Association has applied for decertification after failing to come to an agreement with NFL owners. In renouncing its union status, the NFLPA issued this statement:

“The NFL Players Association announced today it has informed the NFL, NFL clubs and other necessary parties that it has renounced its status as the exclusive collective bargaining representative of the players of the National Football League.

The NFLPA will move forward as a professional trade association with the mission of supporting the interests…