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The NFL’s memo to teams Tuesday only banned them from providing ammonia capsules or smelling salts to players on game days.
The NFL has officially cracked down on the use of smelling salts during games—but players aren’t completely out of luck.
After loud backlash from players, the NFL players’ association clarified in its own memo that the league hasn’t banned the ...
The NFL's ban on smelling salts and ammonia capsules comes with a massive asterisk. Players are still permitted to use them.
NFL players will be allowed to use “smelling salts” during games after all.
Ever seen smelling salts used on the air? Well, the cast of "First Things First" did so on Thursday, and George Kittle ...
NFL players were distraught they couldn't use smelling salts this season and beyond after a league-wide memo banned teams ...
Smelling salts have long been used across numerous different sports as a stimulant for athletes, raising their awareness.
Concerns also exist about the ammonia capsules masking severe injuries. That's why many boxing organizations have banned smelling salts and also why the NFL has elected to outlaw its clubs from ...
NFL teams are not allowed to distribute smelling salts, but NFL players are still permitted to use them on the sidelines.
The NFL has banned the use of smelling salts during games, citing an FDA warning concerning the safety of the substance. Here ...
On Tuesday, the NFL sent a memo to clubs saying they are no longer allowed to provide the substance to players, citing safety ...