New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton has tested positive for the coronavirus, NFL insiders Adam Schefter and Field Yates report.
The quarterback will sit out Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. That game has now reportedly been postponed, according to Schefter. It is expected to occur on Monday or Tuesday.
The team has been conducting mass tests to see if there is an outbreak amongst the team but there is no spread as of now, a source told Schefter.
The team released a statement Saturday, though they did not name the player that contracted the virus.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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