The Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with a positive COVID-19 test.
The team announced Thursday morning that a played tested positive for COVID-19 and that the player and his close contacts are not in the building while the rest of the team preps for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos.
This is the first positive test for Los Angeles since they started training camp.
The Chargers gave this statement regarding the test result and what they are doing.
Late last night, we received notice a Chargers player tested positive for COVID-19. The player was immediately notified, began self-quarantine and the contact tracing process was initiated.
The player’s close contacts have been identified. They will remain home today and participate in meetings remotely.
Hoag Performance Center remains open, and the team will follow its normal practice and meeting schedule. All meetings will be held virtually.
We continue to operate in close consultation with the NFL, as well as our team of independent doctors and specialists, and will follow their guidance.
As has been the case since day one of this pandemic, the health and safety of our players, staff and community continue to be our highest priority.