Roughly 500 COVID-19 cases suspected to be linked to Bucks' championship run

According to The Associated Press (h/t ESPN), 491 people deemed confirmed or probable COVID-19 cases could be linked with Milwaukee playoff games. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services does note, however, that it can't be determined how many individuals caught the virus either at the arena or at viewing gatherings.

"We have four times as many people hospitalized with COVID in Wisconsin as we did one month ago, from 74 individuals to 310 today," Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management director of medical services Dr. Ben Weston explained. 

As of the first week of August, all 32 NFL teams are operating as if they'll fill stadiums to their capacities throughout the upcoming season. That could change on a club-by-club basis, however, based on local guidelines and recommendations amid rising COVID-19 cases caused by virus variants. 

In short, those planning to enjoy football seasons as normal may want to keep expectations realistic over the next month.