Photo by HENCE THE BOOM on Unsplash Football Pittsburgh Steelers place four players on Reserve/COVID-19 List; list includes QB Ben Roethlisberger by Mecca Lennon November 11, 2020 The Pittsburgh Steelers placed four players on the reserve/COVID019 list. The list of players include QB Ben Roethlisberger, OL Jerald Hawkins, RB Jaylen Samuels and LB Vince Williams. Players are required to isolate for five says and will participate in virtual meetings, according to The Steelers. “Those guys will be working remotely throughout the week and testing daily. As long as their test come back negative, we believe that all four guys have na opportunity to be made available to us on Saturday” -Coach Mike Tomlin said on Tuesday We have placed QB Ben Roethlisberger, OL Jerald Hawkins, RB Jaylen Samuels, and LB Vince Williams on the Reserve/COVID-19 List.https://t.co/slWaWb7gnf — Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) November 10, 2020 These players were deemed to be “high risk” close contact with TE Vance McDonald who tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, according to ESPN’s Tom Pelissero #Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger and three teammates were deemed to have "high risk" close contact with TE Vance McDonald on Sunday, source said. They're eligible to return to facility Saturday, provided they test negative and no symptoms. Pittsburgh hosts the #Bengals on Sunday. — Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 10, 2020 Tomlin and the team were fined $350,000 for violating face-covering protocols during games. The NFL continues to deal with COVID-19 and its impact on various teams. The leagues intense protocols are being emphasized throughout games. It is important for players to do their part outside of practice facilities and games to ensure the safety of others and themselves. If they test negative throughout the week the players will be able to play on Sunday. The Steelers will host the Bengals on Sunday. Post Views: 377 The following two tabs change content below.BioLatest Posts Mecca Lennon Mecca Lennon has been a Journalist for In The Zone since August 2020. Mecca has experience in journalism and professional writing from experiences obtained in the classroom and through various leadership roles. Mecca has facilitated and assisted in campaigns to enhance social media presence and overall prestige in brands. A Public Relations student at William Paterson University, she aspires to work in a sports related role with an emphasis on the NFL. Latest posts by Mecca Lennon (see all) New Orleans Saints will Host 500 Vaccinated Workers at Divisional Round game - January 16, 2021 Green Bay Packers launch Give BIG Green Bay; 45 local nonprofits will participate - January 16, 2021 Baltimore Ravens Commit to Help Build New Playground with $500,000 Donation - January 16, 2021 Los Angeles Rams team up with LA Regional Food Bank to provide holiday meals for over 8,000 people amid COVID-19 - December 26, 2020 Related Topics#nationalfootballleague#NFL#pittsburghsteelersBengalsCoronavirusCOVID-19Steelers Newsletter Subscription Can't Miss Posts! Women in Sports: NHL Network Host, Jackie Redmond by Nicholas Durst | posted on March 4, 2019 XFL Co-Owner Dany Garcia Talks Business, Serving Others at espnW Women + Sports Summit by Candace Cordelia | posted on October 23, 2020 Women in Sports Interview Series: It’s a sure bet with Philadelphia native, Erin Kate Dolan (VIDEO) by Denise Gonzalez | posted on March 17, 2020 From Paramus High School to CBS Sports, Spero Dedes is making waves in sports broadcasting by Sunil Sunder Raj | posted on October 27, 2020 No Shame in Their Game – Female Mixed Martial Artists Use Onlyfans to Make Money by Brandon Berrios | posted on December 4, 2020 More in Football You Know I’m Right, Episode 112: New York Jets’ Insider Brian Costello (Audio/Video) On the 112th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by... You Know I’m Right, Episode 111: New York Giants’ Insider John Schmeelk (Audio/Video) On the 111th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by... You Know I’m Right, Episode 107: New York Post’s Columnist Mike Vaccaro (Audio/Video) On the 107th episode of You Know I’m Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by... Tea Time with Mel and Jay Ep. 8: Review of Netflix’s “7 Yards” Tea Time with Mel and Jay is a podcast where Melody and Jackie review... NFL Owners vote unanimously on playoff expansion from 14 to 16 teams Eagles Coach Tests Positive for COVID Ahead of Crucial Sunday Night Game