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The NFL and NFLPA announced Wednesday they agreed to modifications of the substances of abuse policy (SOA) and performance enhancing substance policy (PES) following several months of discussions.
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero shared the modifications:
The following were among the changes for the SOA:
- THC level for a positive increased from 150 ng/ml to 350
- Fines reduced for positive tests
- Fines for a second missed test changed from a one-game fine to $45,000
- Can test for fentanyl if clinically indicated but no discipline for a positive test other than a potential $15,000 fine if players miss a mandatory meeting about fentanyl
The following were among the changes for the PES:
- Extended testing windows from time of notification
- "Suspended players under some circumstances will be reinstated after a suspension (and therefore get paid) even if they still test positive.