Chiefs defense Tyrann Mathieu tests positive for COVID-19

DAVE SKRETTA, AP activities creator

Sep. 1, 2021

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KANSAS metropolis, Mo. (AP) — All-seasoned safeguard Tyrann Mathieu has tested high-quality for COVID-19 and was placed on the league's reserve list Wednesday, although he may be lower back with the team soon and purchasable for Week 1 against Cleveland.

Mathieu is totally vaccinated, someone popular with the condition told The linked Press, and NFL suggestions launched in July say that vaccinated avid gamers that test positive and are asymptomatic can return after two negative exams taken 24 hours aside.

The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because avid gamers' vaccination details aren't public advantage.

The timing is lucky in that the Chiefs deliberate to practice Thursday earlier than taking the weekend off. they will resume their common video game week instruction subsequent week for a divisional playoff rematch against the Browns on Sept. 12.

Mathieu has been an All-pro each of his first two seasons in Kansas city. he is entering the ultimate yr of a $forty two million, three-12 months contract, although either side have expressed optimism in a long-term extension.

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