GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 15: Larry Fitzgerald #11 of the Arizona Cardinals looks at the scoreboard while standing on the sidelines during a game against the Cleveland Browns at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona.

Report: Fitzgerald tests positive for COVID-19, won't play vs. Patriots

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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald tested positive for COVID-19, sources told Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.

The 11-time Pro Bowler will reportedly miss Sunday's game against the New England Patriots as a result.

With Fitzgerald sidelined, Andy Isabella will likely be given an expanded role behind DeAndre Hopkins and Christian Kirk.

The 37-year-old Fitzgerald's role in the Cardinals' offense has diminished in his 17th NFL season. He is averaging a career-low 7.8 yards per reception, has yet to catch a touchdown pass, and is on pace for his lowest-ever receiving yards total.

The 6-4 Cardinals will look to close the gap on the 7-3 Seattle Seahawks and 7-3 Los Angeles Rams in the NFC West on Sunday against New England.

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