NFL’s new bag policy will definitely ruffle some feathers, especially among females

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In its quest to improve security at all stadiums (and perhaps to pick up a few merchandising bucks in the process), the NFL has revised its policies for what fans -- mostly female fans -- can bring into stadiums. Here are the new parameters:
The NFL strongly encourages fans to not bring any type of bags, but outlined what is permissible. Beginning with preseason games, fans will be able to carry the following style and size bag, package, or container at stadium plaza areas, stadium gates, or when approaching queue lines of fans awaiting entry into the stadium:
Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12.” (Official NFL team logo clear plastic tote bags are available through club merchandise outlets or at nflshop.com), or
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap can be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bag options.
An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, seat cushions, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.
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Among those bags now not allowed are the ones sold on official team websites.
“Our fans deserve to be in a safe and secure environment,” said Jeffrey Miller, NFL vice president and chief security officer, on the league's new "All Clear" site. “Public safety is our top priority. This will make the job of checking items much more efficient and effective. We will be able to deliver a better and quicker experience at the gates and also provide a safer environment. We appreciate our fans’ cooperation.”
This will not go over well with anyone who likes to carry a purse, to be sure. Of course, we're on board with the banning of man-purses, but that's more an overall style point. Female football fans, of which there are many, aren't happy at all.
From longtime Houston Texans blogger (and friend of Shutdown Corner) Steph Stradley:

Melissa Jacobs of TheFootballGirl.com emailed a league spokesman after one of her readers brought up the issue of parents of very young children bringing diaper bags to stadiums, and she got this response:
"This is something that we contemplated. We are sports fans and attend events throughout the year, too, and took a long look at possible concerns people would have. Simply put the contents of the diaper bag into an approved bag. If there are necessary medical items for the child there would be an exception made after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. The 12x6x12 bag is a decent size and can fit diapers, bottles, wipes, etc. I had a to go bag that size for my kids that worked well on day trips. And it's one bag per person so other family members would be able to help."
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We certainly understand the need to establish effective security parameters, but at a time when the NFL is looking for more ways to keep fans going to stadiums as opposed to staying home and watching RedZone or watching games on their phones and tablets, the new policies seem a bit short-sighted -- especially in the ways they seem to inconvenience and exclude female fans.
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They say Safety and i say cash cows!!
 
It seems fine to me other than the seat cushions. I haven't been to any games so don't know how comfortable the seats are...
 
inflnlte said:
It seems fine to me other than the seat cushions. I haven't been to any games so don't know how comfortable the seats are...
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Try sitting on a board for 4 hours, your butt will not be happy 😛
 
It sucks - I would like to know how many fans have been injured as a result of women bringing purses into stadiums.
 
dakota-xx said:
It sucks - I would like to know how many fans have been injured as a result of women bringing purses into stadiums.
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Gotta agree, women without their purses are prolly more dangerous. 😉
 
Its not they say nfl gear only, ypu can bring your own see through bags, how many things do you have that you cant leave at your car
 
jcla6985 said:
Its not they say nfl gear only, ypu can bring your own see through bags, how many things do you have that you cant leave at your car
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You must be a man. 😛
 
I will probably buy one of the NFL bags so I have something to put my stuff in - I guess I don't have anything I would not want everyone to see. It's not as if I take vibrators or anything like that to football games lol.
 
ya it is stupid, they make u open ur purse/ bag and they rummage through it ne ways, + metal detectors, next ur not going to b able to wear hats, or they will make u take off ur shoes like in airports
 
dakota-xx said:
I will probably buy one of the NFL bags so I have something to put my stuff in - I guess I don't have anything I would not want everyone to see. It's not as if I take vibrators or anything like that to football games lol.
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I wouldn't encourage these a-holes by buying into their stuff. Just on principle, I bring my own plastic bag. What a crock!!
 
Divebitch said:
I wouldn't encourage these a-holes by buying into their stuff. Just on principle, I bring my own plastic bag. What a crock!!
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Good point - will find one elsewhere.
 
dakota-xx said:
Good point - will find one elsewhere.
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I mean, why reward them for something so ridiculous? lol Is this settled with a Glad or Hefty Bag? Ticks me off that they know this will affect women more than men, and perhaps men won't care or make a stink. Seem to recall the mid 90s when you could get in with a cooler. Now they're trying to make it sound as serious as an airplane flight, when nothing has ever happened. I know it's possible but, come on now. This is some politician on a whim who is looking for a feather in his cap for just doing something about anything.
 
They (The NFL Commission) have to do something proactive. If there was an "incident" they can say that at least they tried.
 
There are lots of other proactive things they better start doing then. They need to ban shoes in case someone sneaks something in that way. Might as well ban clothes too. And make us shave our heads. No cell phones.

You must walk in completely naked and can bring nothing inside.
 
Its cool to get one elsewhere but you cant say for sure they did this 100 percent for money
 
My wife recently got a beautiful officially licensed Arizona Cardinals' purse which met the previous requirements, but will no longer be allowed and I always bring my officially licensed Arizona Cardinals' cinch bag (backpack) to put my cell phone, wallet, keys, etc. inside - to get through security quicker - which also will no longer be allowed.

Some of our friends bring seat cushions.

What about the items on this list that are also sold by the team in the team shops and kiosks inside the stadium?

"Sorry, can't bring that backpack (or seat cushion...or cinch bag) in here, but if you go to that shop right there...you can buy another one just like it..."
 
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