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NFL to present formal proposals for a developmental league in 2017

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Troy Vincent, the NFL's head of football operations, said his department is prepared to make recommendations for a developmental league or in-season academy after years studying the matter. The league will begin the formal process of meeting with the Competition Committee, coaches and NFLPA after the season. Vincent has long been among those staunchly supporting the need for additional practice and/or games for young NFL players, and also as a means to further develop coaches and referees.

"We are ready to socialize our findings to the respective committees at the Pro Bowl, Senior Bowl and combine," Vincent said.