After the NFLPA voted to adopt the proposed collective bargaining agreement by a narrow margin, a new CBA is finally in place that will run through the 2030 season. The agreement features a number of major changes—including a 17th regular-season game and an expanded playoff field—that will shape the NFL in the next decade. Below you’ll find all of The Ringer’s coverage of the CBA, how it will affect the league and its players, and more.
12 Total Updates SinceThe league’s new CBA includes more postseason football. But is that a good thing? We looked back at the past 10 years of matchups under the new format to find out.
NFL players voted 1,019 to 959 to pass a new collective bargaining agreement. Find out what’s in it in this ‘Slow News Day’ explainer.
It’s not just about adjustments to the schedule. The smartest teams will find and utilize the roster-building advantages in the new deal, just as they did the last time.
The NFLPA voted to adopt the proposed CBA by a narrow margin. Prepare for changes in scheduling, league economics, and more.
Kevin Clark is joined by Sheil Kapadia and Andrew Brandt for a big-picture look at the state of the NFL
The fog of uncertainty over the new CBA vote extends to Tom Brady’s future with the Patriots. Elsewhere at the combine on Thursday, Chase Young made his case as the best player in the draft.
Plus: the latest on Tua, Washington’s potential interest in him, and what’s going on with the Giants defense
Would fans really benefit from a 17-game regular season and seven playoff teams per conference? Well, how much Duck Hodges do you want in your life?
The league and players association have reportedly agreed to a new postseason structure as part of the new CBA. Even if that plan falls apart, fans should be prepared for a new-look bracket some time soon.