Former Tide Star Marlon Humphrey Tests Positive For Coronavirus

TUSCALOOSA, AL. — Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey, a former star player for the Crimson Tide, announced on Monday that he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Humphrey took to Twitter, saying "I got the Rona hopefully I'll be back healthy soon."

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The Ravens released a statement saying team officials were informed early Monday morning that a player had tested positive for COVID-19, but did not mention Humphrey by name.

"He immediately began to self-quarantine, and our organization is now in the NFL's intensive protocol," the organization said.

Humphrey played every defensive snap in the Ravens' loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, as Baltimore fell short 28-24.

It was announced in early October that the 2019 Pro Bowl selection would receive a five-year extension from the Ravens through the 2026 season, worth $97.5 million with $66 million guaranteed.

During his time at the Capstone, Humphrey started 29 games over two seasons, snagging five interceptions and 81 total tackles. As a redshirt freshman in 2016, Humphrey was an integral part of the Tide's run to win a 16th national title.

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