What Titans’ COVID-19 outbreak means for NFL this week
The #Titans had three new player positives and five new personnel positives for COVID-19, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. Both Titans and Vikings, who hosted them Sunday, will suspend in person club activities starting today.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 29, 2020
There was always a chance that the COVID-19 pandemic would impact the NFL as it previously did the NBA and MLB. Unfortunately, it has struck three weeks into the season as the Tennessee Titans have now had a number positive COVID-19 tests confirmed. This could have ramifications for the rest of the 2020 season, which could only increase in severity if more teams report positive cases.
The Titans placed three players on the Reserve/COVID-19 list and sent two to the practice squad in response to the results.
Furthermore, they have closed their facilities to prevent further spread of the disease. The Minnesota Vikings, who played the Titans just three days ago, followed suit. The NFL released a statement saying that they will take every possible precaution with the two teams.
NFL statement on the #Vikings and #Titans suspending in-person club activities after eight positive COVID-19 cases with the Titans. pic.twitter.com/Fsj8yr0Xz9
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) September 29, 2020
The NFL has now announced the game will be postponed to either Monday or Tuesday, with more details to be announced shortly.
Statement on @Steelers/@Titans game from the @NFL. pic.twitter.com/CDb5oKEzUK
— NFL Football Operations (@NFLFootballOps) September 30, 2020
The Seattle Seahawks still have yet to report a positive test.
