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Michigan State alums Josiah Scott, Tyler Higby put on reserve/COVID lists

Being on the list doesn’t automatically mean a player has tested positive for COVID-19.

As the NFL season kicks into gear, a number of players are ending up on the league’s reserve/COVID list.

Two Michigan State alums–rookies Josiah Scott and Tyler Higby–found their way onto the list as rookies start reporting to camp. Being placed on the list doesn’t mean a person has tested positive for COVID-19, although that can be the case. It also may mean that the player has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive.

Scott took to Twitter to clear the air a bit on his name being on the list, saying that his first test was a positive and that subsequent follow-up tests have produced negative results.

More than 100 NFL players have tested positive for COVID-19 during the NFL offseason, including former Michigan State lineman Brian Allen.

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It’s a weird world for Bucs WR Mike Evans

With the coronavirus pandemic putting sports on hold, offseason schedules for many NFL players are out of sync.

The 2020 NFL draft is this week, but due to the coronavirus pandemic we won’t get to see it in all its glory in Las Vegas, as was originally planned. Instead, teams will participate in a fully virtual draft starting Thursday, handling the bulk of their draft duties from the comfort of their own homes.

But, while teams and soon-to-be rookies are caught up in the business of draft week, veteran players like Bucs wide receiver Mike Evans are left wondering what to do. Usually around this time, players would be taking part in OTAs, but with social distancing and public safety taking precedence, as it should, things are a little out of sync for veterans.

Evans took to Twitter today to share his thoughts on the matter.

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It’s nothing but fun in the sun for the Brady clan

Bucs QB Tom Brady is using social distancing as a chance to spend more time with his kids.

Social distancing may have us all going a little stir-crazy at the moment, but  finding joy in the little things can help us pass the time. For Bucs linebacker Devin White, it’s doing some work around his property, while Ndamukong Suh is enjoying a little social distancing bike riding action.

For new Bucs quarterback Tom Brady, it’s getting to spend time with his kids at home, something he may not get to do much of once the full grind of the NFL season kicks in. But for now, though, Brady is having a blast being with his kids and watching them soak up the sun.

Take a look.

Fortunately for the Brady clan, Florida will have plenty of sunshine to offer them.

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Louisville OT Mekhi Becton isn’t letting the coronavirus stop him from working out

Take a look at Louisville offensive tackle and first-round hopeful Mekhi Becton putting in the work ahead of next month’s NFL draft.

The NFL draft is moving ahead next month, but due to the coronavirus pandemic and the travel restrictions that come along with it, it’s been difficult for NFL teams to do their due diligence in the weeks leading up the draft.

While the NFL Scouting Combine was able to take place before the pandemic put most of the country on lockdown, coaches and scouts have been unable to attend the usual pro day workouts most prospects hold. Fortunately, in this day and age of social media, there’s still a way for players to display their strength.

Take Louisville offensive Mekhi Becton for example. The big man has been projected to go anywhere from the top five all the way to 14 to the Buccaneers, who would love to get their hands on a big tackle like Becton to help protect newly signed quarterback Tom Brady.

Becton put his strength on full display recently, posting this video of him pushing a truck. After this, stopping a defensive lineman should be a piece of cake, right?

Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com put Becton’s workout in perspective for us.

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Jameis Winston posts motivational message on Instagram amid coronavirus pandemic

Former Bucs QB Jameis Winston took to his Instagram recently with an inspiring message for people in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

The coronavirus pandemic is affecting people around the world. With much of society quarantined or practicing social distancing, it’s a hard time for people and families alike.

Often times we’ve turned to sports as a way of comfort and escape during times of stress, but even professional athletes are finding themselves in the midst of this crisis.

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston, who himself is dealing with the pandemic situation while also trying to find a new NFL team now that Tom Brady is the man in Tampa , took to his Instagram the other day to try and inspire hope in people and keep them going.

Take a look.

Winston may not be the man in Tampa Bay anymore, but he’s still keeping his head high and maintaining a positive attitude. Some of his former Bucs teammates have even said they refrained from celebrating the Brady signing initially on social media out of respect for their former quarterback.

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