The NFL’s investigation into the Titans’ COVID-19 breakout won’t result in any major discipline for the club according to NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
Pelissero on Monday reported on Twitter that Tennessee could be fined for the outbreak that forced the NFL to alter their schedule, but there won’t be any forfeited games, lost draft picks, or individual discipline for any player.
The Titans’ violations of the COVID-19 protocols included failing to wear masks, miscommunication on outside workouts, and not following distancing and mask regulations inside the facility. The team was cooperative in turning over all necessary material to help the NFL run a full investigation into the outbreak per Pelissero’s report.
He also noted the Titans have made alterations to their team facility to ensure compliance with the NFL’s strict COVID-19 protocols moving forward.
The #Titans are facing a potential fine, but no forfeits, lost draft picks or discipline for any individual after the NFL and NFLPA notified the club it has completed their review of the team’s COVID-19 outbreak, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 19, 2020
The review found instances of failure to comply with requirements on wearing masks, as well as insufficient clear communication regarding workouts outside the facility. Those findings will serve as the basis for any potential league discipline, which likely would amount to fines.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 19, 2020
Among the violations found were players and staff congregating in hallways without masks, per source. The #Titans were fully cooperative with the review, providing documents and video and helping to facilitate interviews.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 19, 2020
The #Titans dedicated significant time and resources to get into compliance with COVID-19 protocols in the offseason, and since have made additional changes to the facility.
Final disciplinary decision to come, but findings have been presented to the club and review is closed.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 19, 2020
The Titans wound up having to move two games and their bye week around as a result of their COVID-19 outbreak. They’re back on track now though and are set to face the undefeated Steelers on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.
