20 days ago

Smelling Salts Ban Doesn’t Rattle Patriots, Seahawks Before Super Bowl

The NFL’s new restriction on teams supplying smelling salts hasn’t shaken the Patriots or Seahawks ahead of the Super Bowl. Players now purchase ammonia inhalants themselves, often with quiet guidance from training staffs. Linebacker Jahlani Tavai said teammates simply look for the “best deal,” while Seattle kicker Jason Myers sticks to his long-time routine. Despite the rule shift, both teams say preparation and focus remain unchanged.