NFL could hit pockets of unvaccinated players

Unvaccinated NFL players will be subjected to a fine of $14,650 every time they violate COVID-19 procedures.

A report came out recently that stated Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians would fine a player “$14,000 on the spot every time he isn’t wearing a mask or is breaking a protocol.”

The report did not have a quote from Arians in it. When reached by ESPN via text message to clarify if this was his own personal rule, Arians responded, “NFL policy. League rules.”

League spokesperson Brian McCarthy confirmed to ESPN that Arians “was correct” in his understanding of the NFL’s rule.

The stipulations place a premium on wearing appropriate PPE and offer restrictions on the number of people and types of venues players may gather in for social or team-related purposes.

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