The Cleveland Browns got a few players back in between when their game with the Las Vegas Raiders was supposed to be played on today, Monday, when the game was postponed until. The Browns have Wyatt Teller, John Johnson III and Takk McKinley activated since Saturday.
They also could have Anthony Schwartz back after he had more time to clear concussion protocol.
The Raiders, on the other hand, just lost an important player who would have been available for Saturday’s game. Cornerback Nate Hobbs, who has played very well in the slot, tested positive for COVID-19 and was placed on Las Vegas’ reserve list.
When their Week 15 game was postponed, Raiders players, in particular K.J. Wright, pushed back against the decision. Wright noted that the league played favoritism toward the Browns. Las Vegas’ owner took an even stronger stance related to competitive advantage and suggested the game be moved to their home city.
The loss of Hobbs is a disadvantage for the Raiders who barely cling to playoff hopes. Pro Football Focus has Hobbs as the team’s second-best defender behind Maxx Crosby.
Hobbs is the only player listed on Las Vegas’ reserve/COVID-19 list at this time.
