NFLPA's Proposed Offseason Overhaul Faces Pushback
Coaches and executives express concerns over the elimination of spring workouts, citing potential disadvantages for rookies and new coaching staff.
- The NFL Players Association aims to eliminate spring workouts and extend training camp starting in mid-June by 2025.
- Veteran players would benefit from a longer offseason, but rookies might struggle with less preparation time.
- Coaches argue that new systems and playbooks would be harder to implement without spring on-field work.
- The proposal is not linked to an 18-game season but could be part of broader negotiations.
- Some believe the changes could lead to increased participation in spring leagues for additional practice.