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Former Florida State coach Bobby Bowden tests positive for COVID-19

Hall of Fame college football coach Bobby Bowden has tested positive for COVID-19.

Bowden, who turns 91 next month, told the Tallahassee Democrat Monday morning he was diagnosed with the virus the day after being released last weekend from a local hospital, where he was being treated for a leg infection.

Bowden said he feels fine and has not exhibited any symptoms such as fever and breathing issues associated with the illness. His sense of humor also remained intact.

“I don’t feel bad, yet,” Bowden said. “I guess I can loaf around the rest of the week.