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Seahawks had zero positive COVID-19 tests on Wednesday

Despite coronavirus cases surging around the NFL, the Seattle Seahawks had zero positive COVID-19 tests on Wednesday of Week 15.

The Seattle Seahawks returned to practice on Wednesday after an off day and received some very, very good news. Not a single player tested positive for COVID-19.

“No, they were all negative,” coach Pete Carroll told reporters during his press conference. “I was thrilled about that with all that is going on around the league. We were wearing masks everywhere we were going with the thought that something could happen because it’s been so prevalent in other places.”

Positive coronavirus cases are once again surging around the country and the National Football League. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the NFL now has seven clubs in enhanced COVID protocols: Browns, Bears, Falcons, Lions, Rams, Vikings and the Washington Football Team.

“Our guys continue to manage their world, that’s what they are doing,” Carroll explained. “They are managing it with the conscience that helps them make the right decisions. This just doesn’t happen to you, it happens to you when you make a mistake somewhere along the line, so our guys are doing great. I’m thrilled about that.”

The Seahawks return to practice Thursday to prepare to face the Rams on Sunday.

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Seahawks training camp: What’s on the schedule for Week 1

Here’s a look at the schedule of events for the Seattle Seahawks first week of training camp and COVID-19 testing ahead of physicals.

The Seattle Seahawks are set to kick off training camp on Tuesday, July 28, and this year’s schedule of events is definitely going to look a bit different for both fans and the players.

Due to extensive coronavirus concerns and per the guidelines agreed to by the NFL and NFLPA, players reporting to the VMAC will first take back to back COVID-19 tests on Tuesday and Wednesday before isolating and returning to take a third test on Friday.

Players will only be able to enter the Seahawks facility once a third negative test has been documented. The league estimates a roughly 24-hour turnaround time for test results. If negative, players will then proceed on to physicals and equipment fitting.

 

During the initial few days of strict testing, players will be mandated to attend virtual COVID-19 training and education and may participate in administrative and football-related meetings.

Welcome to the new Week 1 of training camp!

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