Broncos' John Elway, Joe Ellis Test Positive For Coronavirus

DENVER, CO — The Denver Broncos' President and CEO John Elway and the team's President of Football Operations Joe Ellis have tested positive for the coronavirus, the team confirmed Tuesday morning.

"After not feeling 100 percent on Sunday morning, Joe promptly reported his symptoms to our medical team and watched Sunday's game at home as a precaution," the Broncos said in a statement.

"He continued to work from home on Monday before receiving a positive test result this morning."

Elway left the UCHealth Training Center Monday after "experiencing minor symptoms that he quickly brought to the attention of our medical staff," the statement read.

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"Other than mild symptoms, both Joe and John are doing well. They will continue to work from home in self-isolation and participate in virtual meetings while their health is monitored," the statement read.

"Based on a review of contact tracing data with the league, we are confident these cases originated independently outside team facilities. There were minimal close contacts identified for each (no players or coaches), and those individuals have been notified.

"While our facilities are closed for Election Day, coaches are conducting their game preparations today remotely as a precaution. Our organization will remain in communication with the NFL, making all decisions in consultation with the league and based on guidance from medical experts."