The Baltimore Ravens have not yet decided whether they can feasibly host fans at M&T Bank Stadium for the upcoming season amid ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19.

Jonas Shaffer of the Baltimore Sun reported the Ravens submitted a plan for reduced seating to both state and city officials, with around 7,500 fans allowed to attend home games.

A team spokesman told Shaffer the process is ongoing, though the Ravens do hope to have some fan attendance, if possible:

“We continue to explore the possibly of having fans at our games this year,” the spokesman said. “We will continue to work with local and state government and health officials in reviewing, and if necessary, modifying our plans.”

Most teams are in a similar position to that of the Ravens. But there are some exceptions.

The Washington Football Team recently announced it would not host fans for home games, joining the New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles and Las Vegas Raiders among the franchises who have opted for empty stadiums.

However, it seems the Ravens are doing everything they can to ensure some in-person viewership.

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has taken the pandemic very seriously, mandating mask-wearing in public settings at the end of July and also suggesting residents avoid traveling to nine different “high-risk” states.

But this abundance of caution might make it difficult for the Ravens to advance with their plan for reduced seating. Indeed, New York's football teams will play without fans despite the fact the state has shown a good deal of improvement in recent months.

Regardless, Ravens fans will continue to wait and see whether they might be able to attend games as Baltimore looks to defend its AFC North crown.