Clemson star quarterback Trevor Lawrence has tested positive COVID-19 Before the No. 1 Tigers game against Boston College on Saturday, Lawrence and announced the program Thursday night. Lawrence’s positive test came on Wednesday after testing negative on Sunday, Clemson sports director Dan Radakovich told CBS Sports.
Lawrence will miss Saturday’s game and while his status is unknown for next week’s showdown with Notre Dame # 4, it seems possible that he could be cleared up.
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“I’ve tested positive for COVID-19 and my symptoms have been relatively mild while following the Clemson and ACC protocol. The only thing that hurts is missing out on the opportunity to be with my teammates this weekend and play the game. ” I love, “said Lawrence in a statement.” I hate that I can’t be there, but I’ll watch out of isolation and pull after our boys while I wait for the opportunity to get back on the team. “
According to ACC guidelines, athletes who test positive must isolate “for at least 10 days after symptoms / positive tests appear”.
By the time Lawrence returns, the Tigers will likely be reaching out to real freshman DJ Uiagalelei, a five-star candidate in the 2020 recruitment class. Uiagalelei has completed 12 of 19 passes for 102 yards on substitute service this season.
“Trevor authorized us tonight to announce that he tested positive for COVID-19 and is now isolated,” Swinney said in a statement. “He has good symptoms but will not be available for this week’s game against Boston College. We will certainly miss Trevor, but this is an opportunity for others to improve and we look forward to a very good BC to compete. ” Team on Saturday. “
This story first appeared on CBSSports.com.
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