The Facts: The Packers placed kicker Mason Crosby, tight end Jace Sternberger and defensive lineman Treyvon Hester on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
Diehards Line:
7The NFL’s new reserve/COVID-19 list category was created for players who either test positive for COVID-19 or who have been quarantined after having been in close contact with an infected person. If a player falls into either of these categories, his club is required to immediately place the player on the reserve/COVID-19 list, and that player is not counted on the active roster. Teams are not permitted to comment on a player’s medical status other than referring to roster status. The Packers are counting on Sternberger, a third-round choice in 2019, to play a bigger role with Jimmy Graham now in Chicago. Crosby had a strong season last year, missing just two field goals and one extra point. ... We'll follow up as needed.