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FBS ‘Week Zero’ showcases college football Covid-19 precautions in action

by Will Chamblee | Sports Writer

College football is back! Last weekend the FBS played its first round of games, which has been christened ‘Week Zero’.

Numerous new COVID-19 policies were used throughout the nation that Baylor football will put into use for their upcoming season opener this Saturday. Week Zero gave everyone, Baylor included, an opportunity to see the effectiveness and changes that the new protocols brought about.

One of the major changes, which was integral in convincing schools to play football in the fall, is the testing protocols during the week leading up to the game

The NCAA released comprehensive COVID-19 testing guidelines in July.