Texans, Chiefs rookies told to report to training camp Monday

The #Texans rookies were also informed they were to report on the 20th as of now, sources say. Makes sense. They play each other in the opener. https://t.co/omYN891MX9

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 17, 2020

The Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Texans have told their rookies to report to training camp on Monday, the first two teams in the league to give the go-ahead despite the fact the NFL and the NFLPA have yet to agree on a number of factors, including the safety protocols clubs are to have in place and the number of preseason games to be played this summer.

Per NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero, the teams have the right under the CBA to tell players to report. The problem, however, is that grievances could then be filed on behalf of the players should no health and safety protocols be in effect by the start of camps.

“So the clock is now ticking: If the NFL and NFLPA don’t have an agreement on testing and other health and safety protocols before Monday, Chiefs and Texans players will be required to report or face discipline, setting the stage for a potential grievance,” Pelissero early Thursday evening. “Talks remain ongoing.”

So the clock is now ticking: If the NFL and NFLPA don't have an agreement on testing and other health and safety protocols before Monday, #Chiefs and #Texans players will be required to report or face discipline, setting the stage for a potential grievance. Talks remain ongoing.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) July 17, 2020

The NFL owners are scheduled to meet on via conference call on Friday.

This story is still continuing to develop.