Vincent said the plan would provide assistance for ex-players for surgery or replacement surgery on knees, hips and shoulders.
"When we met 3 weeks ago [with the league and the NFL Retired Players Association], we were just finalizing the process," Vincent said. "Meaning, where do you call, who do you call, who does your evaluation. But we've already identified and worked out the logistics with all of the hospitals to have that done.
"Progress [in assisting retired players] is being made at a rapid pace. Maybe not as fast as certain individuals would like. But when you're dealing with hospitals and insurance, it takes time. But everybody is working their tails off. Everybody is pushing to get it done."
The NFL owners will hold their fall meeting in Philadelphia next week. The disability issue and the medical needs of ex-players are on the agenda.
Vincent wishes many of the retired players who have been attacking the league and the union for neglecting its former players would turn down the volume on their vitriol and give peace a chance.
"I disagree with the public war that has taken place, by both sides," Vincent said. "We're not going to get anything done by screaming at each other and insulting each other.
"We're not going to be able to make everybody happy. But we've got to be able to sit down and discuss it. Map out a plan. [Ask each other,] 'OK, what do you think is best? What do you think is best? How do we get there?'
"The thing has gotten so personal, so vicious. We're getting away from the real issues. Let's see who we can assist. Who needs a hip replacement? Who needs a knee replacement? Let's identify them."
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