Washington Redskins suspend travel for coaches and scouts due to coronavirus concerns

WASHINGTON - The Washington Redskins have suspended travel for its coaches and scouts due to coronavirus fears.

In a statement, owner Dan Snyder said, "Due to health and travel concerns surrounding COVID-19 we have informed all of our scouts and coaches that they must return to their home bases and travel will be suspended until further notice.”

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"The health and safety of our staff and players is our number one priority and we feel that these are the necessary precautions given the current circumstances," Snyder continued.