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UPDATE 1-Lawyer in NFL concussion deal says an appeal would be 'selfish' (Reuters)

(Clarifies who can file appeal in second paragraph)

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By Steve Ginsburg

WASHINGTON, April 23 (Reuters) - A major architect of the landmark concussion settlement reached with the National Football League on behalf of 20,000 retired players said on Thursday it would be "selfish" for anyone to appeal the deal.