MIAMI – Miami Dolphins backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick tested positive for COVID-19 and is expected to miss Sunday’s regular-season finale at Buffalo.Coach Brian Flores shared the news with Fitzpatrick’s teammates during a Zoom meeting Thursday, safety Eric Rowe said.
Fitzpatrick’s positive test was first reported by NFL Network.“It hurts,” Rowe said. “He’s a leader of our team. He brings energy, even in the Zoom meetings.
But you’ve got to push forward. I’m just praying for his health.”Fitzpatrick replaced Tua Tagovailoa last week in the fourth quarter and orchestrated an improbable comeback win at Las Vegas that allowed the Dolphins to retain control of their playoff chances.“He's our guy,” receiver Isaiah Ford said.