This list is crazy, but necessary with the uncertain times we find ourselves in. The players are going to be sacrificing a lot to make this season happen and happen safely. However, that’s why they make the big bucks to play a kid’s game and this just comes with the territory in 2020.
Other 2020 NFL team travel guidelines:
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
-Masks required while traveling.
-Buses at no more than 50 percent capacity.
-At least one open seat between passengers on the plane.
From NFL’s guidelines for return to play following a positive test: pic.twitter.com/gXQa5p7PK5
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
The NFL appears determined to start training camp on time. The NFLPA appears resigned to that fact. Negotiations are ongoing on several fronts, so it's not set in stone, but it looks to be headed that way. https://t.co/CDolDN3tRj
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
It's a job, right? They're going back to work for the same reason anyone else is going back to work. Yeah, it comes with unique challenges. No, they may not be able to pull it off. But the players seem to want to play if they can. https://t.co/6bi8SiEvR4
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
Protocols released today by NFL and NFLPA say players must wear "Kinexon Proximity Recording devices" while in facility, at practice or traveling with team. Those devices will be used to monitor in-game close contacts for contact tracing in case someone tests positive.
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
Our news story off of this afternoon's extremely informative and useful call with NFLPA officials. Details on what players want (and why) before they report back to work, what could happen if they don't get it: https://t.co/0of2az2b1h
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
No, players and team personnel will not have to wear the contact tracers away from the facility. League, Union will continue to stress the importance of responsible behavior away from the facility for all involved. https://t.co/2WBLR1aN7H
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) July 17, 2020
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