Can it be?

[AkChief49]

A strong hint that a deal could be coming | ProFootballTalk

Lawyers, the Lampreys of society.

[Hayvern]

I think the lawyers were getting scared that the court would rule against the players, which it has, once again forcing the player'd hands.

The lawyers were likely looking out for themselves more than trying to get a deal done. Now, perhaps that impedement is out of the way.

[Chiefster]

I'll believe it when I see it.