Cleveland Browns WR Josh Gordon conditionally reinstated by NFL
Wednesday 1 November 2017 23:16, UK
Suspended Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon has been conditionally reinstated by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Gordon, who hasn't played since the 2014 season, met in New York on Wednesday with Goodell. Gordon can immediately join the team for meetings, engage in conditioning work and individual workouts.
The former Pro Bowler will have to comply with requirements and can begin practising with the team on November 20.
Gordon has been in and out of rehab over the past year.
Goodell said: "All of us at the league office want him to have every opportunity to resume his career and to be successful in the NFL.
"Whether that happens, however, at the end of the day will depend on Josh. His commitment to sobriety and to reaching his goals in football and beyond will determine his success. It ultimately is up to Josh."
Gordon had been suspended indefinitely since 2016 for multiple violations of the league's substance abuse policy.
The 26-year-old caught 87 passes for 1,646 yards and nine touchdowns during his second season in the league in 2013.
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