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Report: Packers LB Krys Barnes, Who Played vs. 49ers, Tests Positive for COVID-19

Packers rookie linebacker Krys Barnes has tested positive for COVID-19, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

ESPN Adam Schefter was first to report an unnamed Packers player returned a positive test on Friday, one day after Green Bay's 34–17 win over the COVID and injury-plagued 49ers.

Barnes, who dealt with shoulder and biceps injuries this week, exited in the second quarter with a calf strain. He had three tackles before he was forced to leave the game and was later ruled out to return against San Francisco.

According to Rapoport, Barnes was unable to undergo an MRI for his calf strain on Friday because of his positive COVID-19 test.