What is the maximum allowed period for a player to challenge a suspension?

The maximum allowed period for a player to challenge a suspension is 14 days. This time frame is structured to ensure that there is a timely and efficient process in handling disciplinary actions within the league. The NFL has established guidelines that allow a player to file a grievance or appeal their suspension, but this must be done within two weeks following the notification of the suspension. Adhering to a specific and limited challenge period helps maintain order and accountability, ensuring that both the league and the players can move forward without prolonged uncertainty.

This concise window allows the league to uphold disciplinary measures while also granting players fair opportunity to contest their situations.