Players who choose not to play this season could still get up to $350,000 if they have a pre-existing medical condition that makes them more susceptible to Covid-19.
The NFL set its 4 p.m. deadline on Thursday for voluntary opt-outs of the season if they don't want to play amid the coronavirus pandemic.Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley catches a pass during a strength and conditioning NFL football workout Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, in Flowery Branch, Ga.
According to a league memo obtained by CNBC, the NFL listed "CDC-defined" risk factors including asthma, Type 2 diabetes, organ transplants and neurological conditions as reasons players can miss the 2020 season., a partner of Saul Ewing Arnstein and Lehr, litigation practice. Notable players from teams including the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and the New England Patriots, had decided to opt-out due to the pandemic. But players are also at risk of losing their roster spot should another outperform at their position, de Cespedes said.
De Cespedes said if an at-risk player decides to sit out for safety reasons and was later found in public violating Covid-19 safety guidelines, it can open a door for potential conflict with clubs.
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