The new protocol allows the team’s medical staff to review video from the network broadcast of any play where an injury occurred. The footage will help medical staff review injuries and make appropriate decisions for player safety and medical care. According to the report, the video can only be used for medical purposes, not to gain a competitive advantage.
Further guidelines for video use include:
• The team physician and head athletic trainers are the only people allowed to use the equipment;
• Medical staff can only review a play when treating a player for injuries suffered during that play;
• The medical staff must notify the league officiating observer before accessing the equipment.
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