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With first NFL game delayed, league reportedly threatening coaches with suspensions, draft-pick forfeiture

The NFL is sending a clear message to coaches on its mask mandate: Fall in line or we’ll suspend you or take away your draft picks.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the league has issued another memo to redouble its efforts for all teams to adhere to strict gameday guidelines related to COVID-19 protocol.

NFL sent another strongly-worded memo to team executives, GMs and HCs today, urging all to be in compliance with game-day protocols (wearing masks). “We will address lack of compliance with accountability measures that may include.