NFL rookies to report July 20 or face discipline; league’s coronavirus protocols missing in action.

The NFL has no idea what it's doing regarding player safety due to Covid-19. Players are expected to start reporting as early as July 20th with, all players expected to report by July 28th; With threats of fines for players who don't put their lives on the line for the shield.

According to Nick O'Malley of Mass live, the NFL and NFLPA are still in talks. O'Malley pointed out the NFL has had about six months to get their affairs in order but have accomplished almost nothing in the process.

O'Malley wrote, "As the NFL and union continue to workout COVID-19 guidelines for the upcoming season, the league has reportedly submitted a proposal to deal with players opting out of the season. The latest reported proposal would allow players to opt out of the 2020 season if they give their written notice by Aug. 1."

If the league allows for players to opt out, this could be good for the bubble players. The league is pushing for a season, while players want safety, with UDFAs not getting their chance to earn spots, this could allow some to still get a chance; kinda like the strike season in the 80s.

Many teams are working at allowing minimal fans at their stadiums, and with some players not caring about the virus and just wanting to play; the league may issue waivers for players that still wish to play in order to avoid lawsuits.

Nobody honestly knows what's going on but for now, the NFL is operating as close to normal as it can but for how long can they keep it up. Football is an American sport but we as Americans are refusing to follow simple safety requirements to get rid of the virus. With that kinda irresponsibility, can we really expect the NFL to have a successful and safe season? Players have all right not to report. It's only a matter of time before one ends up six feet under dirt.