The 2020 season was the most unique, or certainly one of, in NFL history. Short of the combination of teams during World War II because of a lack of players to go around, forming abominations like the Steagles, this past season’s pandemic conditions made for an unusual experience, and one that nobody wants to repeat.
While players, coaches, and teams in general were forced to comply with some stringent protocols to try to ensure the health and safety of everybody involved, for many, the most difficult aspect of the year was playing in front of empty stadiums.
Many players around the league, including members of the Pittsburgh Steelers, talked about the eerie nature of the silence and how much it took away from the game.