⁍ The Atlanta Falcons have shut down their practice facility after another player tested positive for COVID-19.

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⁍ The Falcons, who are scheduled to play the Vikings in Minnesota on Sunday, did not identify whether the positive test came from a player or staff member.

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⁍ Atlanta players will now undergo daily testing, have virtual meetings and wear mandatory protective personal equipment, including masks, during practice.

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– The Atlanta Falcons’ practice facility was shut down Thursday after another player tested positive for a banned substance, the NFL team said in a statement. “We have made the decision to stop all in-person work at IBM Performance Field Thursday and will conduct all operations virtually,” the team said. “This decision was made in consultation with the NFL and medical officials. The health and safety of our team is our highest priority.” The team said it did not identify whether the positive test came from a player or staff member. The Falcons, who are scheduled to play the Minnesota Vikings in Minnesota on Sunday, had implemented the NFL’s intensive COVID-19 protocol on Wednesday after placing rookie defensive tackle Marlon Davidson on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Reuters reports. Atlanta players will now undergo daily testing, have virtual meetings and wear mandatory protective personal equipment, including masks, during practice.