Now that NFL owners appear to have cleared a significant hurdle on the way to labor peace with the players, it appears as though the league year could begin as soon as July 15. By that point, the league may be reopen for business on a permanent basis, meaning free agents could get signed and draft picks could start to meet with coaches for the first time in hopes of catching up as much as possible by the start of training camp. "That kind of timeline is altogether possible," said a source from the owner's side.