“What? Why?” NFL Imposes League-Wide Ban, Fans Don’t Understand

The NFL is one of the most well known organizations in the entire world.  Their fan base is known world wide and their logo is one of the more recognizable ones out there.  That being said, when the NFL makes a decision or change,   fans notice it immediately.

That was no different with a recent rule change.

“What? Why?” NFL Places Ban Across Entire League, Fans Don’t Understand Why

A fine will be imposed on players who post about NFL drug tests after they are summoned:

The National Football League and the NFLPA have agreed to alter their substance abuse policy, and one of the changes is set to take away all the fun from the drug testing aspect.

According to a report from the Associated Press, players posting about their tests will be fined $15,000.

“Players will be fined $15,000 for recording and posting the collection process on social media,” the report notes.

It’s also been revealed that this rule was always there but there was no disciplinary framework, so the NFL could have actually fined more than $15K.

Side-by-side comparisons of the old and new policies: pic.twitter.com/ztv6uNI7qJ

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) December 5, 2024

Of course, this came across as a surprise to users on social media.

“Why not? Curious how this is an issue,” one wondered.

“why can’t they post they getting tested 😂,” another laughed.

“Let me guess…” someone added, showing an image of what they believed was the reason for the announcement.

The Rule Change On NFL Drug Tests Came Along With More

The rule on National Football League drug tests wasn’t the only one altered, as the NFL and the players’ union agreed to modify the substance abuse policy. The level for a positive THC test has been increased from 150 nanograms per millimeter to 350 ng/ml, which we guess is a good thing…

Furthermore, teams will not be told which substance caused a test to return positive and will only be apprised of the fact that there was a violation.

Also, rather strangely, positive tests for fentanyl will not be punished, but a player will be fined $15,000 for failing to comply with a mandatory meeting regarding said positive test.

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