Tag: Chargers COVID-19

NFL opt-out deadline for 2021 season set for players

Players have a week to decide if they want to opt out of the regular season.

Chargers players have until July 2 to decide if they want to opt out of the 2021 regular season.

Players must inform their clubs of their intentions to opt out by 1 p.m. PT next Friday, but individuals deemed “high-risk” to COVID-19 will once again be given a $350,000 stipend, according to NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.

Voluntary opt outs by individuals not considered “high-risk” will not receive the stipend. This is only available to players who signed their contracts before Oct. 1, 2020, which means that rookies are ineligible.

A rookie considered “high-risk” could still opt out, but the team that drafted them would retain their rights.

Last year, Los Angeles didn’t have any of their players opt out.

Chargers player tests positive for COVID-19

The Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with a positive COVID-19 test.

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.