Steelers add Ben Roethlisberger, three others to COVID-19 list

Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is one of the four players the Steelers added to the COVID-19 list due to being in close contact with tight end Vance McDonald, who tested positive on Monday. Offensive lineman Jerald Hawkins, running back Jaylen Samuels and linebacker Vince Williams are the other three players who were put on the list.

Roethlisberger and the three others who came in close contact with McDonald must now quarantine for five days since their last contact with McDonald. None of the players can attend any practices or be at team facilities during quarantine, though they are allowed to participate in team meetings.

The good news for the Steelers is all four players will be tested throughout the week and assuming they test negative, Roethlisberger and the rest should be set to play in the game against the Cincinnati Bengals this Sunday. The Steelers are the only undefeated team left in the NFL, but losing their starting quarterback would certainly be a tough blow, as backup Mason Rudolph hasn't exactly shone in his time filling in for Big Ben.

The Steelers are the latest team to be affected by COVID-19, with several teams having positive tests last week, including the Kansas City Chiefs and Chicago Bears. At this point, the NFL has succeeded in keeping the schedule intact despite a new team having a case almost every week. But if this continues, it may only be a matter of time before the next outbreak occurs and the league may have to make major adjustments in order to finish the season.