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NFLPA and NFLRA execs meet over replacement refs

NFL Players Association Executive Director JC Tretter and NFL Referees Association head Scott Green met on Tuesday to discuss the league's potential move toward replacement officials amidst ongoing labor negotiations.

In a joint statement, Tretter stressed that player safety requires trained, professional officials who can manage the game in real time and prevent dangerous situations from escalating.

Green echoed this sentiment, noting that professional officials serve as the first responders on the field. The meeting marks a significant early action for Tretter in his new role as he prepares to negotiate with the league.