But the league now refuses to delay expansion plans simply because of the threat of intensified labor problems.

The league refused, suspended the team and sold the organization New York interests.

When we objected, the league refused to move forward with a collective bargaining agreement without developmental contracts.

The league refused, and instead bought and dissolved the team.

The league, however, has refused to comment, and the players' union says it has no role in incidents outside the United States.

But without a contract, the league has refused to check off the dues.

However, the league has refused and will provide the Olympic teams only one day to work together before the tournament.

The league has refused to respond to that suggestion.

The leagues, Phillips said, have refused to pay the bonuses, and he plans to file a grievance seeking that money.

The league refused, and Namath instead returned to the Jets.