New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick said today Cam Newton’s vaccination status wasn’t a factor in the team’s decision to release him Tuesday. Newton was away from the Patriots five days last week due to what the team called a COVID-19 protocol “misunderstanding.” He missed three practices during that time, which allowed rookie Mac Jones to take control of the team. Newton had never confirmed his vaccination status, saying it was personal.
The NFL announced today Jacksonville will host the season opening game between the New Orleans Saints and the Green Bay Packers. The game was to have been played September 12th in hurricane ravaged New Orleans. The Saints are currently working out in Dallas and will remain there for about a month.