There is no escaping the reality of the new world order, not even for the mighty NFL. The lone remaining sports distraction from the ever-changing landscape amid the Covid-19 pandemic has been the most popular sport in the U.S. continuing on, almost business as usual during the month. While many things have been adjusted, free agency has continued and has provided the one respite for fans who are dealing with the myriad of changes reaped upon the nation and the world.
However, the NFL and their 32 clubs still need to protect their employees and as such, a change edict has been handed down from commissioner Roger Goodell about how to operate on one important front, social distancing. In other news, Cowboys Nation is still dealing with the retirement of Travis Frederick, and the draft – in whatever fashion – is still scheduled for less than a month away. Here are the news and notes.
NFL to institute coronavirus mandates, including closure of facilities :: ESPN
Wednesday night, the NFL will shutter the doores to team facilities except for security and training staffs working with rehabbing players.
NFL wants April draft to go on as scheduled despite GMs’ recommendation :: ESPN
The GM committee recommended moving the draft back, but the power owners seem to be overruling the dissenters and for now, the draft will still be held April 23 – April 25. The fan portion of the event and the live show in Las Vegas have already been canceled.
With a new perspective on life after football, Cowboys C Travis Frederick announces retirement:: Dallas Morning News
Now retired from the NFL, Travis Fredrick enters the next phase of his life.
Seven centers in the draft who could help replace Travis Frederick:: Blogging The Boys
The Cowboys have a huge hole to fill with the retirement of Travis Frederick, and there’s a few centers in the draft that could assist in doing so.
Cowboys Rumors: Latest Buzz on Randy Gregory, Dontari Poe and Phillip Dorsett:: Bleacher Report
The Cowboys still have quite a players on their radar to add to an already productive free agency period.
Mel Kiper Mock Draft 3.0: Lamb gives Cowboys best WR trio?:: Cowboys Wire
With the departure of Randall Cobb, Oklahoma’s CeeDee Lamb could be a possible replacement in round one.
Can Cowboys Replace Randall Cobb With Another Converted Kentucky QB?:: Inside The Star
Kevin Brady breaks down how the Cowboys could replace a former Kentucky Wildcat with another.
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