Trevor Lawrence was not cleared to play in Clemson’s game against Notre Dame on Saturday, but he was able to be on the sideline and serve as a “coach.”
The two ideas seem to be at odds: if Lawrence can’t play because he tested positive for COVID-19, why would he be allowed on the sideline?
The answer is that Lawrence cleared his 10-day quarantine period from his initial positive test, which came on Wednesday, Oct. 25. However, he still needs to complete a three-part screening test for myocarditis.
Lawrence is no longer believed to be at risk of transmitting COVID-19 to anyone else. However, he needs to complete heart testing before being allowed to play.
This is the second game Clemson is playing without Lawrence. The Tigers beat Boston College 34-28 last weekend to improve to 7-0. D.J. Uiagalelei is getting his second career start after accounting for three touchdowns against Boston College. He threw for two touchdowns in the first three quarters against Notre Dame.
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