From where circumstances currently stand, the NFL is all set to kick off its 101st season despite the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. As part of its efforts to contain the spread of the dreaded virus, the league has sent out lengthy memos directing all of its active personnel to practice social distancing. While they are viewed as plausible measures, Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has his doubts about whether these can be executed accordingly.
“I’ve seen all the memos on that, and to be quite honest with you, it’s impossible what they’re asking us to do. Humanly impossible,” said Harbaugh in an interview with 105.7 The Fan’s Inside Access.
Harbaugh later insisted that the Ravens will comply with the league-mandated precautions during team-related activities that require personnel attendance.
“We’re going to do everything we can do. We’re going to space, we’re going to have masks.”
However, Harbaugh has his reservations when it comes to relaying instructions among his players.
“But, you know, it’s a communication sport. So if we want to get out there and have any idea what we’re going to be able to do, we have to communicate with each other in person. We have to practice.”
Some of the measures listed in the memorandum are keeping a six-feet distance among individuals. Longtime celebratory and greeting gestures, like handshakes and fistbumps, on the other hand, are not advised.
Barring major medical obstacles, the Ravens have stated that they aim to begin training camp in July.
The NFL hopes to join the NBA and NHL in the ongoing efforts to resume league operations as soon as possible.
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