The NFL and its players' association have agreed to new drug abuse guidelines that include increased tolerance for THC levels in athletes' blood.
NFL reporter Tom Pelissero reported on the new contract and posted a summary that was forwarded to the players' agents.
Changes in policies regarding substances of abuse have increased the permissible level of THC (the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis) in the blood from 150 nanograms per milliliter to 350 nanograms per milliliter. This means that if an athlete's blood test results exceed 350 ng/ml, they are officially declared positive.
Although this more than two-fold increase seems significant, the likelihood of anyone crossing the old threshold was probably rare. But perhaps there was a reason for the change.
According to the website NCIDS.orga study of six subjects reported that peak blood THC concentrations within the first 10 minutes after smoking ranged from 46 to 188 ng/ml.
This means that unless an athlete literally just used marijuana right before the drug test, it is highly unlikely that they will test positive under the new rules. Even if the player had smoked within the last hour, it would still be difficult.
“Can you post a screenshot of your text messages with the drug tester?”
Another part of the updated policy included posting about drug tests and results on social media. The NFLPA and NFL have agreed to terms that will fine players $15,000 for “recording and posting.” [the] Watch “Collection Process” on my personal channel.
Pelissero also posted image A hilariously honest FAQ sheet sent to us by the players association.
The first question was: “Can I post a photo or video of the white slip notifying me of my drug test?”
The answer, “No,” hinted at a pattern.
“Can you post a screenshot of your text messages with the drug tester?” Second question.
“No” was the answer again.
“Can I post photos, videos, or audio from inside the drug testing room during collection?'' The league also answered “no.''
At the end of the page, a reminder has been added to answer “yes” to the question, “Was it previously against the rules to publicly post such content?”
The NFLPA has previously acknowledged that there was no “well-defined” disciplinary framework in place regarding this matter, meaning the league “had the discretion to impose fines that could exceed $15,000.” ” was meant.
These fines now appear to be capped at $15,000.
Other new updates policy It also included mandatory fentanyl testing. There are no penalties for testing positive, but refusing a test can result in a $15,000 fine. If a player misses the second test, the fine increases to $45,000, a change from the previous policy of a one-game suspension.
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