[stupac2]

What is the current revenue split between owners and players in the NFL?  And what is it compared to the other major sports?

To me, the #1 thing the players need to push for is transparency from owners in terms of seeing the books of the NFL and the team owners. If players won't fall on their swords to gain this insight into league finances, they will always be at a disadvantage in negotiations.  I highly doubt Kevin Durant gives up $9 million per year if he isn't aware of Warriors team finances.  My guess is Lacob was transparent with Durant's camp about team finances, and that gave Durant the trust and comfort to give up what he could have made in the interest of the team.

It's hard to argue over what you should get when you don't know how much to split.

IIRC it's 47%, but a whole heap of stuff doesn't count, like luxury box and PSL revenue. I believe other leagues are closer to 50-50.

[stupac2]

What is the current revenue split between owners and players in the NFL?  And what is it compared to the other major sports?

To me, the #1 thing the players need to push for is transparency from owners in terms of seeing the books of the NFL and the team owners. If players won't fall on their swords to gain this insight into league finances, they will always be at a disadvantage in negotiations.  I highly doubt Kevin Durant gives up $9 million per year if he isn't aware of Warriors team finances.  My guess is Lacob was transparent with Durant's camp about team finances, and that gave Durant the trust and comfort to give up what he could have made in the interest of the team.

It's hard to argue over what you should get when you don't know how much to split.

IIRC it's 47%, but a whole heap of stuff doesn't count, like luxury box and PSL revenue. I believe other leagues are closer to 50-50.