[Cobra Mgr]

Originally Posted by Marinersfan51

If RBs were to leave the NFLPA, then they would be forming their own union and would need everyone on board. I can see why the star backs would want this since they are getting screwed in the current situation, but what is the reason the end of bench or practice squad guys would want it?

This is a valid argument that I have considered. The only retort I would have is you don't know if you don't try. Again, as I have posted before, one of the weakness of the NFLPA is that there is too much a gap between the haves & have nots. So the interests of the stars is not the same of the RB trying to show he is useful on ST. So for that reason, I acknowledge trying to separate might not work.

But I still feel the only way RB's are going to be able to get what they are worth is to strike out on their own. Cause the NFLPA hasn't addressed their situation & the owners certainly aren't seeking to better their situation. The only way to gain leverage is to unionize on their own. RB is the worst position in team sports. You are never in control of your career. Robert Smith was ahead of the curve. I would not let my kid play RB.