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Originally Posted by Schneed10
The big quote from Smith was that if the scale is 1-10, the likelihood of a lockout happening is about a 14.
The economics are such that it's extremely likely we won't see football in 2011.
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Even if the owners decide to go the scab route? I don't know enough about the factors involved in a lockout; if there is one it then prevents any union member from crossing the line, right? Or does it lead to decertification of the union, thus eliminating it?
1987 wasn't a "lockout" correct, just a players strike?
If that 87 scenario happened today, I think a lot of players would cross the line. This era of players, like society as a whole, has more money tied up in investments, luxuries, etc. & not enough saved to maintain their lifestyle. The economy would make it harder for the players these days to liquidate assets too. I think the owners are in a good position.