GREEN BAY — Calling it a family-first decision, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Devin Funchess opted out of the 2020 season on Tuesday, citing his concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic.
As his veteran teammates reported to Lambeau Field to undergo the first of three days of COVID-19 testing, Funchess informed the club he would not play in 2020. The Packers had hoped Funchess would bring a much-needed veteran presence and production to their wide receiving corps.
Funchess was placed on the reserve/opt-out list, according to the NFL’s official transaction wire. Linebacker Greg Roberts was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, meaning he either tested positive for the coronavirus or informed the club that he had been in close contact with someone who has tested positive.