Browns Baker Mayfield says hes asymptomatic from COVID-19 still hopes to play Monday vs. Raiders

The could be without upwards of 20 different players due to COVID-19 when they host the in their postponed Week 15 matchup on Chris Taylor Jersey Monday at 5 p.m. ET. But starting quarterback is hopeful he won't be one of them. Mayfield was part of the first wave of Browns players to test positive for COVID in the lead-up to Week 15 and has been on COVID reserve ever since. But he Sunday night that he's asymptomatic and praying he'll test negative to be cleared for Monday night's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.Fully vaccinated players are required to test negative for COVID two times, 24 hours apart, in order to return to the field. Mayfield's absence would be a big blow to a Browns team already without a number of other starters and Kenley Jansen Jersey notable role players, including running back , wide receiver , tight end and left tackle Jr. Backup QB is also on COVID reserve after testing positive before the weekend. Should Mayfield and Keenum be sidelined for Monday night's game, which was originally scheduled for Saturday night, the Browns are set to turn to former reserve , just signed off the practice squad this week, as Ross Stripling Jersey their emergency starter. Former and backup is also on Cleveland's roster as QB depth for the Browns, who have also been without coach Kevin Stefanski due to COVID-19. Pick Six Newsletter Crafted By The Best NFL Experts Get the day's big stories + fun stuff you love like mock drafts, picks and power rankings. I agree to receive the "Pick Six Newsletter" and marketing communications, Clayton Kershaw Jersey updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. By pre sing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the and acknowledge Paramount's . Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Thanks for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. Corey Seager Jersey Sorry! There was an error proce sing your subscription.