NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy released a joint statement Tuesday from the league and NFL Players Association that said they held a meeting to discuss the ongoing protests during the national anthem.
The statement said the two parties "had a productive meeting focused on how we can work together to promote positive social change and address inequality in our communities."
The meeting came after ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Oct. 10 that NFL owners were considering a rule that would mandate players stand during the national anthem.
CNN Money's Ahiza Garcia obtained a copy of the letter NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell sent to all owners, in which he said he'd discuss the issue at the fall league meeting, which began Tuesday:
"Building on many discussions with clubs and players, we have worked to develop a plan that we will review with you at next week's League meeting.