System Arbitrator Christopher Droney concluded that the NFL attempted to induce collusion among teams regarding guaranteed contracts, particularly highlighted by the Broncos’ negotiations with Russell Wilson, who initially sought a fully guaranteed deal. Following the NFL’s encouragement to limit guarantees shortly after Wilson’s trade, the Broncos backtracked, reflecting a broader trend among owners to suppress contract guarantees, evidenced by internal communications and the failure of the NFL Players Association to disclose the ruling’s details.
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The Denver Broncos are leading the NFL with 36 sacks on defense and only eight allowed on offense, marking an unprecedented achievement in NFL history for a team midway through a season. Quarterback Bo Nix boasts the league's best sack rate at 2.7%, while the defense records sacks on 12.2% of opponents' pass attempts, contributing to the team's five-game winning streak. Want More Context? 🔎
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