Last week, during an appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show,” Roethlisberger announced that he was fully vaccinated against COVID-19 after being asked what protocols he should follow in the locker room . ,
“I think you should put on your mask if you haven’t been vaccinated. I don’t know who’s on our team and who isn’t. I know I am, so I don’t have to put on my mask, but You still have to live your life,” Roethlisberger said.
The Reserve/COVID-19 list is for players who either test positive for COVID or are in close contact with an infected person.
Roethlisberger has started all eight games this season, throwing 1,986 yards and 10 touchdowns.
Roethlisberger has become the second starting quarterback this month to be ruled out of the game after being placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.