Videos from the team’s Twitter account show players gathered in close proximity to Foley — and each other — and singing along without masks on.
“.... All of the coaches, including coach Foley who is singing, if it continues, they definitely have to have masks on.
I want to make sure we are safe and in compliance.”As for the players, Rhule said that decision will be left up to the team's medical staff.
The Associated Press reached out to the NFL for comment about whether the Panthers locker room singing celebrations were in violation of the league's COVID-19 protocols, but the league has not responded.
During the week, Carolina players are required to wear masks when attending team meetings, and the team has gone to great lengths to keep its players safe, including making all employees wear contract tracers.