NFL gives teams planner for total reopening of facilities

NFL and players' union sent a planner to 32 teams Monday outlining procedures for full reopening of ir practice facilities, which were closed because of coronavirus pandemic.

In a lengthy four-part memo to clubs written by Commissioner Roger Goodell and approved by NFL Players Association, league described protocols focusing on screening, testing, infection prevention and treatment for COVID-19, including response for new infections. Also included were instructions on proper facility access, cleaning and disinfecting; physical distancing; hygiene, health education and medical services; food preparation; supplies; and team travel.

timetable has been set for return of most players to team complexes — only players rehabilitating injuries have been allowed to enter buildings. But this is next major step toward allowing all players back in club facilities.

Goodell ordered all of those facilities closed in late March, and league has taken small steps toward reopening m. Last week, coaching staffs were approved to return, but only if local governmental rules allowed it.