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Raiders' Trent Brown Reportedly Hospitalized After 'Mishap' with Pregame IV

Las Vegas Raiders right tackle Trent Brown was reportedly hospitalized following a "mishap" with a medical procedure prior to Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns.

Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported there was a "mishap with his pre-game IV that caused air to enter his bloodstream and required immediate medical attention."

Paul Gutierrez of ESPN noted Brown tested positive for COVID-19 less than two weeks ago but practiced Friday and was slated to play in Sunday's contest. He was inactive, though, and the Raiders released a statement saying he "felt ill before the game, resulting in his deactivation" but "did not exhibit any COVID-related symptoms.