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What should the NFL do if some states allow fans and others don’t?

We’ve seen some states hit harder by the coronovirus, so it’s possible that not every state will have the same guidelines moving forward in regards to holding sporting events. So what if certain states allow fans to attend games while others don’t?

In this recent round table discussion, we asked our staff a few questions pertaining to the NFL season in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. Yesterday it was, do we think the NFL will play a full 2020 schedule, and here’s how today’s question was posed to our writers.

If some jurisdictions allow fans at football stadiums while others do not, do you think the NFL should open up those stadiums where fans are allowed even if it provides a competitive advantage over teams that get no home crowds.