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The Browns closed their premises and delayed their flight to New Jersey due to a player’s positive COVID-19 test on Saturday.
“Earlier today, the Cleveland Browns were informed that a player’s test results were positive for COVID-19. Our facilities are closed and our flight to New Jersey was delayed while contact tracking was taking place, ”said the Browns in a statement. “The team is holding meetings remotely as we continue to consult with the NFL and medical experts on the next appropriate steps, as the health and safety of our players, coaches, staff and the entire community remains our highest priority.”
According to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com, the positive tester it’s not rookie left tackle Jedrick Wills. Wills was placed on the COVID-19 list on Thursday, but was a close negative contact.
Cleveland is scheduled to play the Jets at 1 am on Sunday.