Absence of Common Sense

It's impossible not to be relieved over the continued talks between the owners and players. Relieved even more by the continued absence of the lawyers. The lockout is into it's fourth month. Four lost months! The Flea Flicker is ever so thankful that, unlike NFL work stoppages of the past, this one didn't take place during the season. It's still distressing to hear these clowns talk in terms of weeks to go, instead of hours and days. It should be settled soon, but I've thought that before.

What is most disappointing is that if even a few of these combatants possessed a bit of common sense, this lockout would never have happened. It's never made sense to wait until March for serious talks. This labor situation didn't suddenly present itself this year. Everyone has known of it's approach for years. Fix it. Don't wait. It certainly never made sense to push it into the courts and the ridiculous time frame of the law. Everything, including time, simply stands still when lawyers are involved. When people are serious about finding a solution, one can be found. Just a little common sense will help.

Common sense is missing from far too many things in the NFL. The labor mess is just the most obvious. The Star Caps fiasco involving the Vikings' Kevin and Pat Williams and others could have been avoided with a little common sense and, of course, no courts and lawyers. Even officiating on the long forgotten playing field. The grassy one with the lines. The "tuck rule", Calvin Johnson's obvious touchdown catch against the Bears, most roughing the passer penalties, etc. There are just too many stupid decisions being made. Get back to the game of football.