Atlanta Falcons shut down facility following positive COVID-19 test

The Atlanta Falcons shut down their facility on Thursday following positive COVID-19 test results according to ESPN.

Falcons‘ official this morning: “Still working through details, can tell you we’re not at four confirmed.” https://t.co/6oKSiSQToZ

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 15, 2020

The Falcons one new confirmed COVID-19 test results is not a player, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.

Falcons are working virtually today and released this announcement: pic.twitter.com/vHntMUcNQG

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 15, 2020

The team will work virtually Thursday as a safety precaution.

“This decision was made in consultation with the NFL and medical officials. The health and safety of our team is our highest priority”

-said in a Falcons statement.

The Panthers, who beat the Falcons on Sunday, are following the NFL’s COVID-19 protocol.

Atlanta Falcons add to NFL Covid-19 problems

In the past few weeks, some NFL teams’ have dealt with the pandemic hands on. The Titans had a total of 24 cases. The Titans’ 42-16 win over Bills was rescheduled to Tuesday from Sunday. Several players remain on the COVID-19 list.

Cam Newton, quarterback of the Patriots is an active player following his Oct.2 positive COVID-19 test. Three additional Patriots remain on the COVID-19 list: CB Stephon Gilmore, DT Byron Cowart and practice squad DT Bill Murray.

The Falcons-Vikings game is scheduled for Sunday.