the NFL wanted to make sure they didn’t get hit with another lawsuit.”
Pathetic.
Nah. The NFL — or should I say Goodell — wants to provide cover for a few owners who are considering Kaepernick (probably as a backup next season). Goodell is a toadie for the owners. He knows if he scratches the back of a few of the owners that they will run interference for him come contract renewal time. Goodell knows who butters his bread.