New Orleans Saints vice president of communications Greg Bensel released a statement to the local media on Thursday regarding growing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus spreading throughout the nation and the world.
Bensel, who also represents the New Orleans Pelicans, wrote that, “Our leadership team has been very engaged with the NFL and NBA regarding COVID-19.” The NBA suspended its 2019-2020 season on Wednesday after a player tested positive for the coronavirus, which has claimed hundreds of lives abroad. It’s very much a situation worth taking seriously, and Bensel made it clear that the Saints are taking appropriate measures in dealing with the still-growing public health crisis.