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NFL rumors: Coronavirus contingency plans include games with no fans

Home-field advantage is massive in the NFL, especially when the playoff hunt heats up in late November.

Seattle, New Orleans, Kansas City and Denver all are known for their raucous crowds that make life hell on opposing teams. But there's a possibility the 49ers and Raiders won't have to face such daunting road games during the 2020 season.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has paused the sports world. While the NFL is planning on having a 2020 season, the league reportedly is looking at all contingency plans which include playing games with half-filled stadiums or no fans at all, Mark Maske and Dave Sheinin reported Wednesday, citing league sources.