DETROIT – The Detroit Lions have placed franchise quarterback Matthew Stafford on the NFL’s Reserve/COVID-19 list, the team announced Wednesday.
The #Lions have placed QB Matthew Stafford on the Reserve/COVID-19 list pic.twitter.com/rUQS6DDRSB — Detroit Lions (@Lions) November 4, 2020The Reserve/COVID-19 list was created by the league for any player who tests positive for COVID-19 or who has been quarantined due to close contact with someone who is infected with the virus.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Stafford is considered a high-risk, close contact case due to exposure to a non team member.
Lions' QB Matthew Stafford is considered a "high-risk, close contact" from a non team member, per source.
The team is coming off a loss to the Indianapolis Colts and currently sits at 3-4 on the season.