At the beginning of the season, Roger Goodell made it known that the NFL would not tolerate cancellations or postponements due to COVID in the 2021 season. While the vaccine isn’t required, the memo informed players penalties would be less severe for vaccinated players that develop COVID during the season. Fines were also cited as punishment for players and teams who cause a schedule shift, which is why the vaccine was heavily encouraged for athletes and staff. However, 9 Tennessee Titans players have been diagnosed with COVID, and the season is just getting started.
Quarterback, Ryan Tannehill, is one of the 9 athletes who have been placed on the teams COVID list.