Washington shuts down facility after positive COVID-19 tests

In this Nov. 17, 2019, file photo, FedEx Field is seen in this general view during the National Anthem prior to an NFL football game between the New York Jets and Washington Redskins, in Landover, Md. (Mark Tenally / AP)

Washington's NFL team said Wednesday it has closed its practice facility "for several days" after employees of the organization tested positive for COVID-19.

The club's statement Wednesday did not identify the names or jobs of those who have the illness or say exactly how many positive tests there were. The team did say those people "have now quarantined" and the staff currently is working from home during the off-season.

This season, only two players for Washington tested positive for the illness caused by the novel coronavirus.

Washington finished with a 7-10 record after losing in the first round of the NFC playoffs to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 11 days ago.

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