PRO FOOTBALL : Deadline Change Indicates Rams Closer to Settlement
From From Staff and Wire Reports
The Rams reported no progress in talks with NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue on Tuesday, but announced they have extended the standstill agreement with the league to April 17, fueling speculation that a settlement is likely.
Ram sources are convinced the team will reach an understanding with the league and play the 1995 season in St. Louis. If the league and the Rams settle, another vote by NFL owners will be necessary.
A standstill deal between the Rams and the league, which had been struck months ago, prohibited the NFL from filing a lawsuit of its own against the Rams prior to Friday. The Rams intended to file an antitrust suit against the league Thursday, but will now have until April 17 to pursue such action.