Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield was really hoping that he would clear COVID-19 protocols before the team's game on Monday against the Las Vegas Raiders but unfortunately, that didn't happen. Instead, third-stringer Nick Mullens will start.

Mayfield's wife, Emily, took to social media to share her opinion on the situation:

https://twitter.com/emilywmayfield6/status/1472957120416997380

That's good to know the Browns star is feeling in tip-top shape. Unfortunately, there were still some antibodies in his system. However, we know that Mayfield has been dealing with numerous injuries this season and this is a good opportunity for him to regroup and heal up a bit, even though it's likely killing him to watch from home.

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The Browns are severely depleted heading into this matchup with Las Vegas, missing other key weapons such as Kareem Hunt and Jarvis Landry, among others. Mullens also hasn't taken a single snap for Cleveland this season. But, if he can somehow lead the Browns to a much-needed victory, it would put them at the top of the AFC North with an 8-6 record after they beat the Baltimore Ravens in Week 14, who are currently in first.

Mayfield will have a tall task ahead when he does return though, with Cleveland set to take on Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day at Lambeau Field.