The National Football League is doing everything possible to make the 2020 season a reality in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.
After cancelling the preseason on Wednesday, it was reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo that the league will recommend, but not require players to wear face shields.
Update on the face shields the NFL developed with Oakley to prevent the spread of Covid: The expectation is they will be recommended but NOT required for players, a source informed of talks between the NFL and NFLPA says. The league had been pushing for them to be worn by all. pic.twitter.com/ikar8AmEF0
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) July 23, 2020
The NFL has been working with Oakley to create a mask/shield that can protect players from spreading the virus without restricting them.
How realistic that goal is and whether or not the league will mandate some sort of face shield by the time the season starts remains to be seen.
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