NFL could force the Atlanta Falcons to forfeit games in 2021

The NFL is letting teams know now that they will forfeit games in 2021 if they are responsible for a covid outbreak and a game must be rescheduled.

Of course, the NFL will do their best to reschedule a game because of covid but NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero confirmed that the league sent out communication that “if a game cannot be rescheduled during the 18-week season in 2021 due to a COVID outbreak among unvaccinated players, the team with the outbreak will FORFEIT and be credited with a loss for playoff seeding”

Last week, Pelissero said that “13 teams are over the 85% threshold” and that nearly 74% of NFL players have had at least one shot. There was no specific mention of where the Atlanta Falcons sit as players get ready to report to training camp.

While there have been a few outspoken players on both sides of the vaccination argument, none of the Atlanta Falcons players or coaches have jumped into those shark-infested waters.

Atlanta Falcons have been among the most helpful across the NFL

When it comes to vaccinations, Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has offered everything that he possibly could to help those in the Metro Atlanta area.  Throughout the global pandemic, the Falcons have opened up their massive stadium to help those in need.

They have provided both vaccinations and meals for those in need around the community and AMB CEO Steve Cannon said best earlier this year –

"“This is a time for our communities to unite together and do what’s right for our citizens. Mercedes-Benz Stadium offers the opportunity to socially distance while servicing large numbers of people at once. We are honored to be a part of this solution and will do it as long as possible to serve our community,”"

No one should be concerned about whether the Falcons will forfeit games in 2021. Like in 2020, the players, coaches, and front office will do their part to stay safe for the sake of themselves and their loved ones.