Tag: Social distancing

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll talks possibility of no fans at NFL games

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, NFL coaches around the league are facing the possibility of no fans at football games in 2020.

To say the United States is sailing through uncharted waters would be the understatement of the year. With the coronavirus pandemic still in force, daily life in America is still upended, especially when it comes to sports.

As the country begins the long process of reopening and resuming some semblance of normalcy, there are plenty of discussions on how to do so in regards to sports, and specifically the NFL. In the age of social distancing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, many discussions are being held about the upcoming 2020 NFL season.

One safety measure being considered is the possibility of playing the season without any fans at the live games. This, of course, is a drastic change and would have a direct impact on the Seahawks, who enjoy one of the league’s most dominant home-field advantages.

When asked about the possibility of no fans at CenturyLink Field, Seahawks coach Pete Carroll gave his thoughts on the matter during his pre-draft press conference.

“I would say that back to my UOP (University of the Pacific) days when we used to play in front of nobody, the game can still be played,” Carroll said. “You know, whatever has to happen; everybody needs to be wide open and ready to adapt and all of that and all aspects of our lives right now and certainly as we approach the season, we are going to have to be prepared. There’s still a great opportunity to show the game to our fans through the media resources, but if that’s the way it is, it will be a different experience, but it can happen.”

Carroll did go on to promise he would do everything in his power to pipe in artificial sound to the stadium to help CenturyLink live up to its status as the loudest stadium in the league.

Of course, Carroll did offer up another suggestion if it comes down to no fans in the stadium. “Well, maybe everybody just watch the game and yell out the window,” he quipped. “We’ll still be relatively really good.”

Given the fact the 12th Man once set a Guinness World Record for being the loudest outdoor crowd in the world, it’s not entirely outside the realm of possibility.

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John Schneider ‘ripped up some walls’ in his house preparing for draft

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider has been trying to stay ahead of other teams with the technology for the virtual draft.

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The 2020 NFL Draft will be completely virtual this year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, and NFL teams are scrambling to get accustomed to the remote aspects of it, including the technology.

Seahawks general manager John Schneider told NFL Network’s Omar Ruiz Tuesday during the pre-draft press conference that he “ripped up some walls” in his house attempting to get the necessary technology for teams to use for the draft functioning.

The NFL conducted a mock draft on Monday that featured a few technical issues, prompting complaints from teams. Schneider is trying to stay ahead of the curve and prepare before the big event, so he consulted experts to help him set up his required equipment while following the social distancing procedures.

It is safe to say that Schneider does not wish to be left behind in this year’s draft and 12s are hoping the draft results will indicate just that.

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High school softball team plays virtual catch

The girls on the Alexander, NY softball team pulled together to make the most out of their canceled season by creating a video showing them playing virtual catch.

The girls on the Alexander, NY softball team pulled together to make the most out of their canceled season by creating a video showing them playing virtual catch.

Donovan Smith shows off his sweet home gym setup

With social distancing preventing athletes from going to the gym, Bucs tackle Donovan Smith showed off his home gym setup on Instagram.

With the coronavirus pandemic putting the sports world on hold, NFL veterans are having to find new ways to stay in shape without the benefit of the world class training facilities they’ve become accustomed to using during the offseason.

For Bucs safety Andrew Adams, that means doing a little band work in his driveway, while former quarterback Jameis Winston has been putting in the time and effort at home in his own backyard. For Bucs offensive tackle Donovan Smith, who will be part of the O-line in charge of protecting Tom Brady this upcoming season, that means setting up a sweet little home gym right in his garage.

Smith posted to his Instagram story recently to show the setup he has going on and some of the equipment at his disposal. I’m sure Brady doesn’t care how Smith stays in shape, so long as it means he stays upright.

Take a look at some of the screenshots from Smith’s story below.

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What does Mitchell Trubisky have in common with social distancing?

One Chicago-based restaurant is comparing their social distancing policy to that of a Mitchell Trubisky overthrown pass.

Leave it to the coronavirus pandemic for some creative minds to find new ways to preach the importance of social distancing during this crisis, especially when it pertains to the Chicago Bears.

Brett Craycraft was ordering takeout from ChipMonks, a Chicago-based restaurant on Diversey and Pine Grove, when he noticed a sign explaining the restaurant’s social distancing guidelines.

But rather than the typical “stay six feet apart” that some other businesses have used, ChipMonks compared their social distancing policy to that of a Mitchell Trubisky overthrown pass.

Which was as funny as it was frustrating, to be honest.

Bears’ fans frustrations with Trubisky are as well-documented as his struggles last season. He’s become the butt of some jokes and received a fair share of criticism for his performance.

While Trubisky was far from the only issue with the Bears offense last season, he was certainly one of the more disappointing aspects. After all, Trubisky was supposed to take the next step in his third season — and second under Matt Nagy.

Not to mention the constant reminders that the Bears passed on Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson only add to the frustration.

Now, Trubisky’s future in Chicago is uncertain, as he’ll compete with former Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles for the starting quarterback job.

If Trubisky wants to win the starting job, he’s going to have to stop practicing social distancing — at least in regards to overthrowing receivers.

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A bunch of NCAA dog mascots got on a Zoom call together and it was just spectacular

Look at all these dogs.

Being quarantined has mostly sucked. But one of the more fun things to come out of it is people doing virtual happy hours through video calls with their friends.

Here comes the plot twist. These Happy Hours are not just limited to people. The dogs are involved now, too. Seriously.

Bryant Tupper, the Bryant Athletics bulldog mascot, invited a bunch of other canine college mascots to a video chat and, quite honestly, it might be the most adorable thing that you’ve seen in the last month. It’s hard to think of anything better.

You just want to pet every single one of them.

Look at all those good dogs practicing social distancing. Give them each a treat. And a belly rub. They deserve that and more. This is amazing.

My only question is whether we can get more mascots in on this. Because somebody needs to get Mike the Tiger on the line ASAP.

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Ndamukong Suh on a bike just might be the greatest thing ever

Take a look at how Buccaneers defensive end Ndamukong Suh is staying in shape while practicing social distancing.

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the term “social distancing” to the forefront. As the world works to combat the virus, self-quarantine and isolation is one of the ways we can help do our part.

Athletes are also having to adjust their lives and schedules to accommodate the changes that have come as a result of the virus. Gone are the grueling hours spent in the gym or on the field perfecting their craft. Instead, they’ll have to find new ways to stay in shape.

For Buccaneers defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh, that means hitting the bike. And, as you can see from his recent Instagram post, him on a bike just might be the greatest thing ever.

Take a look.

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