Browns Head Coach, Others Test Positive For COVID
Cleveland Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, two other coaching staff members and two players have tested positive for COVID-19.
The team facility is closed as contact tracing takes place.
The Browns announced on Twitter that the team will consult with the league and medical experts to determine the appropriate next steps.
Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer will serve as acting head coach.
The Browns are scheduled to play the Steelers in the playoffs on Sunday.
We were informed this morning that Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, two additional members of the coaching staff and two players have tested positive for COVID-19.
Our contingency planning calls for Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer to serve as the acting Head Coach. pic.twitter.com/Mhh9Zt1e4d
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) January 5, 2021