The Cleveland Browns’ proposal to allow the clubs to trade NFL draft picks for up to five future seasons was withdrawn Monday, NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero said.
Business options for a maximum of three years ahead will remain in effect.
The reasoning behind the proposal was that it would allow for more flexible scheduling.
NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport noted that the Browns have accomplished their goal of generating discussion about the issue.
There’s nothing stopping the Browns — or another team — from introducing the rule in the future.
The Browns’ decision to withdraw their proposal comes after Rams head coach Sean McVay, who is a member of the league’s competition committee, indicated to reporters that it was unlikely to pass during a vote at the league’s general meeting this week.