The head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, John Harbaugh, announced on Wednesday that the starting quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, Lamar Jackson, has tested positive for COVID-19.
The team also held its first training camp training on Wednesday, but there was no Jackson. Harbaugh said the team received a positive test result on Tuesday. He also pointed out that Jackson has tested negative multiple times in recent days before being marked as positive.
While talking to reporters, Harper also confirmed that running back Gus Edwards tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the start of the training camp.
This is Jackson’s fourth season in Baltimore.He led the team to the playoffs in the first three games National Football League As the starting quarterback, his regular season record is 30-7.
Jackson also tested positive for COVID-19 last season. His positive test caused him to miss the 12th week of Baltimore against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was reactivated on December 7th and participated in the remainder of the season, including two playoff games.
In June, when a reporter asked if he had been vaccinated, Jackson refused to answer.
“Like everyone in society, this is their decision, and it’s up to them to decide,” Jackson said at the time. “But I think we have done a good job in vaccinating, staying away from COVID, following the correct preparations, etc., staying away from people who attract it from outside.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
