AUSTIN, Texas – The University of Texas at Austin’s football team just got to practicing for the first time under new coach Steve Sarkisian on Tuesday. COVID-19 has put the brakes on it, however.

Texas Athletics issued the following statement Wednesday:

“Out of an abundance of caution, Texas Football will pause spring practice sessions as a result of student-athletes impacted by COVID-19 protocols. The Longhorn medical staff will monitor the situation and COVID-19 testing will continue as a plan for some team activities is reviewed, but all meetings on Thursday will be virtual and team practices will not take place for the next several days, beginning with tomorrow’s scheduled morning workout.”

While the statement is a bit vague, a report from 247Sports indicates there were multiple positive COVID-19 tests on Wednesday, and a source told the publication it involved running backs and the defensive line.