It’s a class settlement, and so because this defines the rights of people who haven’t sued, the judge is responsible for making sure it is a fair settlement and not just a windfall for the plaintiff’s lawyers. She said the settlement was too small, and she is probably right.
Thanks for the clarification. Still though, I would be PISSED OFF if I was on the NFL's negotiation team.
This... is VERY bad news for the NFL.