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The owners risk the judge's wrath

“And I do hope that both sides will consider utilizing the services of the federal court to sit down in the meantime and try to resolve the case. If there’s any interest in that, I’m glad to facilitate any suggestions you have.’’

The NFL Players Association, whose decertification and Brady v. NFL antitrust lawsuit caused the negotiations to move into court, jumped at the chance to agree to Nelson’s proposal of settlement.

“We take your comments regarding protecting the parties’ positions to heart,’’ the letter read. “As class counsel on behalf of the Brady class, we think this is an excellent suggestion and are prepared to engage in such mediation without delay.’’