GREEN BAY — While fans may not be allowed inside Lambeau Field on gamedays, the Packers plan on testing their protocols with team employees should gates eventually open later this season.
The team announced Monday that they will host a small group of Packers employees and their household families in the stadium bowl on Sunday to ensure they’re prepared in the future.
“We want to ensure that we are ready to host fans if and when that time comes,” said Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy. “We have worked closely with Bellin Health and local public health leadership to implement thorough protocols that have been refined over the last few months. These protocols have been successful at other NFL facilities, and we are confident in our operations and that this small group of staff and family members will follow the protocols.”
About 500 people will be in the stadium when the Packers host the Bears, which will allow them to model the implemented protocols.
Gameday guests must remain within their socially distanced household “pod” of seats unless using the restroom, or while getting concessions.
Face coverings are also required unless actively eating or drinking.
The team has already announced ticketed fans will not be in attendance for their next two home games against the Bears and Eagles. That leaves open the possibility for fans against the Carolina Panthers (Dec.19 or 20), the Tennessee Titans (Dec. 27) and any potential playoff home games.
If fans are allowed later this season, season ticket holders who have opted in for the chance to buy tickets would receive instructions about the ticket-purchasing process at a later date.