NFL might have fans in the stands.

**KVB** · 06-24-20, 01:39 PM

Good luck with that, seems like cases are spiking everywhere and some hospitals starting to fill up quick.

Idea of fans sound sexy now, but we’re looking at localized shut downs in the near future, so that idea could get scrapped quick.

**stake1** · 06-24-20, 01:41 PM

Saw that too. League won't have a "one size fits all" approach to how teams handle their home games. In theory, could be true home field advantages this year in certain cities

**pologq** · 06-24-20, 01:46 PM

would be surprised we see fans in any sport before 2021

**Slipknot26** · 06-24-20, 01:53 PM

Who gives a fukk ?
No issues with 250k walking , burning shit that knowingly has a higher chance to get it and be in ICU to and / or death . It didnt stop them from burning down shithole Crat Cities .

**Bluehorseshoe** · 06-24-20, 02:28 PM

Originally posted by Slipknot26

Who gives a fukk ?
No issues with 250k walking , burning shit that knowingly has a higher chance to get it and be in ICU to and / or death . It didnt stop them from burning down shithole Crat Cities .

Lawsuits if people get sick?

I don't know how they do it unless they have each fan sign a waiver

**pavyracer** · 06-24-20, 02:36 PM

How is this going to work? Most fans have season tickets. Are they going to randomly pick which season ticket holders attend?

**beerman2619** · 06-24-20, 03:03 PM

Originally posted by KVB

Good luck with that, seems like cases are spiking everywhere and some hospitals starting to fill up quick.

Idea of fans sound sexy now, but we’re looking at localized shut downs in the near future, so that idea could get scrapped quick.

you believe these numbers my liberal friend.

**KVB** · 06-24-20, 03:10 PM

Originally posted by beerman2619

you believe these numbers my liberal friend.

What numbers?

Not at all and not even close to your label. Don't be offended, but I don't think you know what's real and what isn't. You have me wrong, for sure.

There are upticks in cases and our local hospitasl had a dramatic increase, suddenly. That is real. I know it is real and you are a fool to not believe it. If you don't believe, then be offended because you would be a fool.

My ultimate fear is the overreaction that causes broader shutdowns, especially when it comes to sports since it is my business. As NFL teams can be in highly populated areas that there could be incentive to shut down thousand of fans.

It doesn't matter whether numbers are real or not, or whether you believe there is a contagion, it only matters if they decide to not allow 1000s of people in an arena.

A lot can change over the next few weeks, but clearly are first wave is yet to come in many areas so it may not change for the better.

**Unrivaled** · 06-24-20, 03:42 PM

I will just be happy if they play games at all honestly at this point regardless of fans.

**KVB** · 06-24-20, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by Unrivaled

I will just be happy if they play games at all honestly at this point regardless of fans.

Yeah, the NFL will bring the money to the markets regardless, I just hope NCAAF programs can get fans so they can all play, so we can exploit the extra volume from the NFL.

So much panic when someone tests positive, it's ridicluous.

**jjgold** · 06-24-20, 04:00 PM

Too early

Relax

**nyplayer33** · 06-24-20, 04:01 PM

Covid 19 very very dangerous and spreading bigtime

**BigdaddyQH** · 06-24-20, 07:41 PM

For those of you unfortunate enough to reside in California, do you really think that Governor Numbnuts will allow any fans in the stadiums? Chargers Rams and 49ers are S.O.L.

**carolinakid** · 06-24-20, 07:44 PM

it all on what happen the next 6 to 8 weeks with this virus, i do not think the nfl will play at all.

**funnyb25** · 06-24-20, 07:50 PM

Originally posted by BigdaddyQH

For those of you unfortunate enough to reside in California, do you really think that Governor Numbnuts will allow any fans in the stadiums? Chargers Rams and 49ers are S.O.L.

Would only help the Chargers since 90% of the fans at their home games are for the other team.

**RavensFan2k3** · 06-25-20, 10:33 PM

I don’t even believe they’ll play

**SBR_Guest_Pro** · 06-25-20, 10:37 PM

they might not have players on the field let alone fans.

**Bluehorseshoe** · 07-01-20, 09:03 PM

Originally posted by Bluehorseshoe

Lawsuits if people get sick?

I don't know how they do it unless they have each fan sign a waiver

The Wave is nearly gone from NFL stadiums, but the waiver could be coming soon.

The league is considering requiring fans who attend come to games this fall to sign a liability waiver as preemptive protection against lawsuits claiming coronavirus was contracted in the stands, according to a report by The Athletic.

Some teams, including the Giants and Jets, told season-ticket holders they can skip the 2020 season and get a refund or credit for any payments already submitted. They still would hold priority for renewing season tickets in 2021.

But the NFL wants to draw fans and operate as close to normal as possible, leaving it to teams to develop plans in accordance with state and local regulations for managing crowds. It is not known how teams would screen for COVID-19, but the report said an electronic questionnaire is more likely than turnstile temperature checks.

This is unlike colleges that faced a recent avalanche of criticism for asking student-athletes to sign waivers as a form of education and a pledge to be responsible. Fans have the choice to stay away or assume known risk coming through the gates, and the primary purpose of the waiver would be absolving the league of responsibility.

**thomorino** · 07-01-20, 09:11 PM

The key is resolving the liability question. You won’t see fans in most venues unless their are waivers of liability or liability issues are dealt with in the fourth stimulus bill.

**clockwise1965** · 07-01-20, 09:12 PM

A little premature to really tell. We shall see.

**tucks** · 07-01-20, 09:12 PM

$ talks. If you’re scared stay home clutching your teddy bear. If you wanna go to a game, go to a game. Jesus, can’t people make their own decisions

**clockwise1965** · 07-01-20, 09:17 PM

I will go if they allow fans. Love the NFL.

**flyingillini** · 07-01-20, 09:20 PM

Not going to happen

**Booya711** · 07-01-20, 09:33 PM

The NFL,MLB,NBA will all cancel at some point...they might start but not finish

**clockwise1965** · 07-01-20, 09:37 PM

I don't see the season finishing

**Eddy Munny** · 07-02-20, 01:46 AM

Originally posted by Booya711

The NFL,MLB,NBA will all cancel at some point...they might start but not finish

Yep. I really don't see how the NFL or MLB even start, and although NBA is a only a month out from the scheduled restart, there's going to be some major hiccups, and they could possibly still cancel between now and the 31st. College ball is an even greater longshot, it's gonna take a miracle for them to proceed.

**clockwise1965** · 07-02-20, 05:32 AM

Baseball already having issues in a attempt to start the season.

**thetrinity** · 07-02-20, 07:28 AM

FWIW mls starts July 8, which is less than a week away. They r also in a Disney world bubble like nba. You would think the sports in bubbles have better chances.

**Booya711** · 07-02-20, 07:33 AM

Originally posted by thetrinity

FWIW mls starts July 8, which is less than a week away. They r also in a Disney world bubble like nba. You would think the sports in bubbles have better chances.

FC Dallas already has 6 players that tested positive yesterday

**daneblazer** · 07-02-20, 08:06 AM

Cya in 2022, sports (maybe)

**jjgold** · 07-02-20, 08:29 AM

No fans

Possible
No nfl

**nyplayer33** · 07-02-20, 11:21 AM

Not with this surge

**SBR_Guest_Pro** · 07-02-20, 11:26 AM

odds on the first NFL team to go out of business? I say the Chargers

**DrunkHorseplayer** · 07-02-20, 11:41 AM

Originally posted by Booya711

The NFL,MLB,NBA will all cancel at some point...they might start but not finish

Spot on.