NFL notebook

Published 11:22 pm Friday, June 5, 2009

Union, retirees reach settlement in lawsuit

WASHINGTON — Wearing his gold Hall of Fame jacket and a look of satisfaction, Herb Adderley stood side-by-side with the new head of the NFL players’ union DeMaurice Smith. Their joint appearance marked a huge first step in a healing process between current players and retirees. This week’s $26.25 million settlement between the NFL Players Association and the retired players solves a long-simmering marketing rift that once appeared headed to the Supreme Court.

Vinatieri has hip surgery

INDIANAPOLIS — Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri had surgery on his right hip this week and is expected to be ready for the regular season.

Eagles back has ankle surgery

PHILADELPHIA — Eagles running back Brian Westbrook had surgery on his right ankle on Friday and is expected to be ready for the regular season.

Associated Press