NFL Suspends All COVID Protocols, Cites ‘Encouraging Trends’
Mar 3, 2022, 2:35 PM
Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on with his mask prior to the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium on October 11, 2020 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
(Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
AP – The NFL has suspended all aspects of its COVID-19 protocols, citing recent trends showing that the spread of the coronavirus is declining.
In an agreement with the players’ association, the league sent a memo to the 32 teams in which it mentioned “encouraging trends regarding the prevalence and severity of COVID-19, the evolving guidance from the CDC, changes to state law and the counsel of our respective experts” as reasons for the move.
NFL and NFLPA “have agreed to suspend all aspects of the joint COVID-19 Protocols, effective immediately” per this memo sent out today: pic.twitter.com/VTLJHqpbjt
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 3, 2022
Regardless of vaccination status, players and staff no longer must wear face coverings at team facilities, though each club can require it individually.
Social distancing signs no longer are required.
The league is eliminating mandatory testing of players and staff, regardless of vaccination status.
