American Needle says NFL deal with Reebok violates antitrust law . Court says licensing of intellectual property is not part of antitrust protection . The NFL Players Association backed American Needle in the high court appeal . Manufacturer 's lawsuit against league can continue . Comment:
American Needle says NFL deal with Reebok violates antitrust law . Court says licensing of intellectual property is not part of antitrust protection . Manufacturer 's lawsuit against league can continue . Comment: