NFL begins "onboarding" replacement officials
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The NFL has begun onboarding potential replacement officials, with training sessions planned for next month, signaling preparations in case the current referees' contract expires.
- An introductory training session for these officials is scheduled for May 1 to 3, with several candidates having completed background checks and soon undergoing physical exams.
- This development follows recent bargaining sessions between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association, which included team owners like Jerry Jones.
- The current referees' contract is set to expire on May 31, and the NFL has expressed commitment to reaching a fair agreement but is preparing for a possible contract lapse.
- Both sides face pressure to avoid another controversial situation involving replacement officials, emphasizing the importance of a fair and reasonable resolution to maintain the game's integrity.
