With the NCAA Division I Council on Wednesday approving a six-week practice plan for college football that begins in July, the sport appears headed toward an uninterrupted start to its season despite the coronavirus pandemic.
While Wednesday’s announcement is the sport’s first official timeline for a return to play, there are several questions yet to be answered about how schools will navigate health and safety concerns, and whether fans will be allowed to attend games.
Attendance. The coronavirus pandemic has halted both amateur and professional sports leagues since March, and the NBA, NHL and MLB have yet to resume or start their seasons.