Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross is certain there will be a 2020 NFL season — and he remains hopeful of fans being able to watch from the stands.
The NFL season is set to kick off on September 10, and the league is hopeful it will begin on time amid the coronavirus pandemic. Some NFL teams were able to open their facilities for key staff, medical personnel and rehabbing players last week, but there is still no word on when all players and coaches will be cleared to attend their team's complexes.
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Speaking to CNBC Tuesday, Ross discussed the NFL's plan to return amid the coronavirus pandemic.
"I think there definitely will be a football season this year," Ross said. "Real question is, will there be fans in the stadium? Right now - today - we're planning to have fans in the stadium. But I think the NFL is very flexible so that we will be able to start on time and bring that entertainment that is really so needed to all of us in this country."
Currently in the United States, there is no scheduled start date for games in MLB, NBA, NHL or MLS, as some cities have still not yet loosened their social distancing and stay-at-home orders.
"We all miss our sports," Ross said. "The NFL, I think, will be ready to go. I know we're all looking forward to it. I know I am."