NFL Star, Von Miller has tested positive to the deadly coronavirus.
The news was announced by his team on Thursday in a statement.
The statement read: “After experiencing flu-like symptoms, Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller has tested positive for COVID-19.
“Von has elected to share his diagnosis publicly to emphasize that anyone can be afflicted with coronavirus.
“Von is doing well and recovering at home in self-isolation.
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“He remains under the care of team doctors, who are following all coronavirus treatment procedures to ensure a safe environment for Von and our community.
“Von is the first member of the Broncos’ organization known to have tested positive for COVID-19,”
Miller confirming the news said he tested positive while speaking with NBC affiliate KUSA of Denver.
He said: “It’s true, I’ve just been here in the crib, and I started to get a little cough. You know, I have asthma, and I started getting a little cough a couple days ago.
”My girlfriend, she told me when I was asleep, my cough, didn’t sound normal.
”I’m not sure what’s going on, but I tell you what, I’m in good spirits. I’m still Von.
“I’m not feeling sick or hurting or anything like that,”