How Many NFL Players Have COVID-19?
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How Many NFL Players Have COVID-19? – The latest numbers on the outbreak of coronavirus within the NFL.
Introduction
The NFL season is underway and as games are being played, some players and staff have tested positive for COVID-19. Here’s a look at how many NFL players have tested positive for the coronavirus since the start of the season.
How many players have tested positive for COVID-19?
The NFL notified teams Wednesday that 48 players have tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week, bringing the total number of cases since testing began in August to 157.
How does this compare to other professional sports leagues?
The National Football League (NFL) has had a total of 17 players test positive for COVID-19, as of August 26, 2020. This is a much lower number than other professional sports leagues in the United States, such as Major League Soccer (MLS), which has had 106 positive cases, and the National Basketball Association (NBA), which has had 85 positive cases. The NFL’s low number of positive cases is likely due to the league’s strict protocols, which includes weekly testing of all players and staff.
What are the possible implications for the NFL season?
If the NFL season were to continue as scheduled, it is highly likely that more players would contract the virus. As of now, there have been no cases of player-to-player transmission, but that could change if the season continues. The virus could also spread to players’ families and staff members, making it difficult to continue the season. In addition, the ongoing protests against racial injustice could lead to more players choosing to sit out the season in solidarity. All of these factors could lead to the NFL season being cancelled or postponed.
Conclusion
To date, there have been no reported cases of COVID-19 amongst NFL players.
