No. Here’s why.
Slated to start on September 10 (with the Texans at Chiefs), this will be the NFL’s 101st season–a huge milestone in the world of sports. But there’s a big problem: COVID-19, which has caused many sporting events to be canceled or postponed.
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The NFL is still committed to playing the season–COVID-19 or no COVID-19. But there’s a hitch. Several players, including Pro Bowl running back, Ezekiel Elliot, Broncos’ DE Von Miller, and LAR’s center Brian Allen have tested positive for the virus. Saints’ head coach, Sean Payton, has tested positive, too.
So, should the NFL play the 2020 season?
The League says yes. The NFL will test players three times a week and will isolate those who test positive. But will that be enough? Perhaps. Perhaps not. What about the families? Team staff? The media? Fans?
With the virus numbers spiking across the country, including in states with NFL teams (e.g., Arizona. Florida, and California), you can make a strong case for putting on the brakes.
My take? I don’t think the NFL should play this year. It’s a matter of personal safety and public health. I vote for being cautious and taking responsibility.
