Sports and Anti-Trust

Is the National Football League's Requirements to Enter the Draft a Violation of Antitrust Law?

If so why? Why does the NFL think it is not a violation?

Defining the AntiTrusts Legislation

Sherman AntiTrust Legislation

Clayton Antitrust amendment

Presidential support

The Maurice Clarett Case

The NFL's position,

The effect is could have on the game.

Judge Scheinin's decision

Sherman Antitrust Act

Clayton Act

Basis of Judge Shira Scheinin's Decision

Other cases from other Professional sports leagues, like the NBA, that are Similar to Maurice Clarett's Case

Haywood v. National Basketball Association, 401 U.S. 1204 (1971)

Impact that this case has had on the league

Players straight out of High School who have been successful

Kobe Bryant

Labron James

Players who have not been successful.

Is it worth the risk and is it fair to the kids who leave early

Will an 18-year-old out of High School not...
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