Read American Needle, Inc. v. National Football League ... Brief the facts of the case and answer questions ... 1. Do firms that enter into a joint venture avoid the reach of Section 1 of the Sherman Act? 2. Do you think there was any unethical conduct in this case? 3. Does the decision in this case have any consequences in determining whether entities have engaged in a contract, combination, or conspiracy that violates Section 1 of the Sherman Act?