Cam Newton Tests Positive For COVID

Cam Newton has tested postive for COVID-19, according to Adam Schefter and will not play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs.

"Late last night, we received notice that a Patriots player tested positive for COVID-19," the Patriots said in a statement. "The player immediately entered self-quarantine. Several additional players, coaches and staff who have been in close contact with the player received point of care tests this morning and all were negative for COVID-19.

"We are in close consultation with the NFL, as well as our team of independent doctors and specialists, and will follow their guidance regarding our scheduled trip to Kansas City and game against the Chiefs. The health and safety of our team, as well as our opponent, are of highest priority."


Following a positive test, if the player demonstrates symptoms, he can return once:


All players must get clearance from the club’s Head Physician in both cases.

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Joe Kinsey is the Senior Director of Content of OutKick and the editor of the Morning Screencaps column that examines a variety of stories taking place in real America. Kinsey is also the founder of OutKick’s Thursday Night Mowing League, America’s largest virtual mowing league. Kinsey graduated from University of Toledo.