Mayfield activated from COVID- 19 list

Baker Mayfield’s unexpectedly extended bye week is finally over.

The Browns quarterback returned Wednesday feeling refreshed and somewhat relieved following a midseason break that ended with him on the COVID list.

Mayfield was activated and practiced as the Browns continued preparing to host the Texans on Sunday. Mayfield had to isolate for several days after he had close contact with a staff member who tested positive.

Any other time this season, Mayfield would have missed a game.

Chiefs seek inquiry

The Chiefs want the NFL to launch an inquiry with the players’ association after a union representative conducted a meeting with the team late in October without wearing a mask, according to a report by ESPN.

The NFLPA representative allegedly was in close proximity while meeting with the team.

The union representative is not subject to the same COVID- 19 testing as players and regularly travels among the teams, the source said.

NFL won’t punish 49ers

The 49ers were cleared of any potential violations of the NFL’s COVID protocols following a positive test from receiver Kendrick Bourne.

The investigation started last week after Bourne tested positive and was put on the COVID list. Teammates Brandon Aiyuk, Trent Williams and Deebo Samuel also were forced to miss the game against the Packers because they were determined to be “highrisk” close contacts.

Crawford goes on COVID list

The Cowboys put defensive end Tyrone Crawford on the COVID list. Crawford joined quarterback Andy Dalton on the team’s list.

† Broncos defensive end Shel

by Harris tested positive for the coronavirus and will miss his second consecutive game Sunday. Harris missed the game at Atlanta after going on the COVID list Friday following his exposure to somebody with the virus.

Bengals pick up DE McKinley

The Bengals bolstered their defensive front by claiming defensive end Takk McKinley off waivers from the Falcons.

McKinley had 17 ½ sacks in 49 games with the Falcons, who waived him Monday after he took to social media in recent weeks to make it clear that he wanted out of Atlanta.

Injury news

Panthers Christian McCaffrey won’t play against the Bucs because of a shoulder injury.

† Niners running back Raheem Mostert ( ankle) won’t play against the Saints.

† Texans running back David Johnson reportedly won’t play against the Browns after suffering a concussion against the Jaguars.