NFL & NFLPA Agree to Modify COVID-19 Protocols

The COVID-19 protocols have been adjusted once again.

On Tuesday, the NFL and NFL Players Association agreed to modify their joint COVID-19 protocols.

Both parties agreed to cut the standard isolation period after a COVID-19 positive test from 10 days to five days regardless of vaccination status.

The news was first reported by NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

There will be other qualifications that will have to be met after the five-day period such as:

· The individual must clear at least 24 hours since their last fever without a fever-reducing medication

· Other symptoms must be “resolved or improved”

· The individual must clear team doctor consultation

· Local regulations or requirements have been met and satisfied

The changes were made in accordance with the updated guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

However, the NFL and NFLPA decision came after a record of 106 players were placed on the COVID-19 list.

The new decision affects the Las Vegas Raiders directly.

The Silver and Black’s upcoming opponent, the Indianapolis Colts, placed quarterback Carson Wentz on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Tuesday.

The new COVID-19 protocols would make Wentz eligible for the Sunday matchup against the Raiders provided he meets all requirements to clear protocol.

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