New league drug policy. So is Browner allowed back?

mitsudriver · Sep 12, 2014

New league drug policy was just voted on. Heard mention that Gordon's suspension went from a year to 10 games and Welker should be available this week. What about Browner? His suspension was for marijuana as well.

JMC00 · Sep 12, 2014

If Gordon got his reduced I have to think Browner gets his reduced. But that's just my guess

SHOWTIME15 · Sep 12, 2014

He got busted for not taking drug tests, as he was required to do, so no he's not eligible.

Rob0729 · Sep 12, 2014

Tom Curran said on WEEI, the current suspension is for weed. So he could be back. People are confusing his past suspension of a PED and the fact he "failed" drug tests when he was out of the NFL..

DaBruinz · Sep 12, 2014

The Pats won't activate him this weekend regardless of his status.. And they won't activate Tyms this week either.

BradyFTW! · Sep 12, 2014

Call me crazy, but I'm not a fan of the HGH testing that was just agreed upon. Reduced recovery time for major injuries is a good thing, in my book.

I understand the argument against it: it's enough of an advantage that some players will feel compelled to use it, even with the effects of long-term use still largely unknown and potentially harmful. But I think the era of nine-month ACL recoveries is just about over.

mmasterkillah · Sep 12, 2014

My fantasy team just got stacked for the playoffs.

Other than that, I'm interested to see how many positives result from the tests.

Big-T · Sep 12, 2014

Mike Loyko ‏@NEPD_Loyko 17m
Not sure if this was changed, but on the #Patriots website Brandon Browner and Brian Tyms aren't listed as suspended.

The next Tweet he made states that he doesn't know if that has always been the case but in previous seasons the team has had a "suspended" list when appropriate. Hopefully it means both are free to rejoin the team.

Danger Zone · Sep 12, 2014

Big-T said:
Mike Loyko ‏@NEPD_Loyko 17m
Not sure if this was changed, but on the #Patriots website Brandon Browner and Brian Tyms aren't listed as suspended.

The next Tweet he made states that he doesn't know if that has always been the case but in previous seasons the team has had a "suspended" list when appropriate. Hopefully it means both are free to rejoin the team.

If we have 55 players on the roster, its safe to assume that Tyms and Browner are still "suspended".

Big-T · Sep 12, 2014

Danger Zone said:
If we have 55 players on the roster, its safe to assume that Tyms and Browner are still "suspended".

Unless the league has allowed an exemption because of this rule change, just at this point in the week any formerly suspended player isn't going to be taking to the field on Sunday.

Midship · Sep 12, 2014

BradyFTW! said:
Call me crazy, but I'm not a fan of the HGH testing that was just agreed upon. Reduced recovery time for major injuries is a good thing, in my book.

I understand the argument against it: it's enough of an advantage that some players will feel compelled to use it, even with the effects of long-term use still largely unknown and potentially harmful. But I think the era of nine-month ACL recoveries is just about over.

If HGH use is even half as prevalent in the league as many suspect it to be (with good reason), this rule could have a serious impact on the NFL. More injuries, more time missed for those injuries, etc..

Not sure if I'm in favor or not yet, but it could have a significant impact for sure.

Midship · Sep 12, 2014

Also, F&M were adamant today that Browner will NOT be eligible for a shoretened suspension - they emphasized this several times

FreeTedWilliams · Sep 12, 2014

It doesn't help Peyton so I doubt he gets his suspension lifted.

Seriously, if either suspension is for pot, then the new higher threshold should apply. So if they aren't reinstated, I think we can safely assume that the suspension wasn't for pot, or they tested above the new higher limit.

It would be nice to get them back. Another question is what happens to the roster exemption? Do you have to cut someone?

primetime · Sep 12, 2014

I wonder what they'll do with Tyms. I'm assuming they'll be an exemption for this week, but assuming no injuries they'll have to make a cut somewhere. Hoomanwanui?

Froob · Sep 12, 2014

According to my sources Ricky Williams is strongly considering a comeback. Should we kick the tires?

JMC00 · Sep 12, 2014

CMH said:
Also, F&M were adamant today that Browner will NOT be eligible for a shoretened suspension - they emphasized this several times

And their source was?

Midship · Sep 12, 2014

JMC00 said:
And their source was?

Not sure, but good point. Probably a worthless post on my part without one - hopefully they wouldn't put this out there without a reasonable amount of confidence

Gwedd · Sep 12, 2014

FreeTedWilliams said:
It doesn't help Peyton so I doubt he gets his suspension lifted.

Seriously, if either suspension is for pot, then the new higher threshold should apply. So if they aren't reinstated, I think we can safely assume that the suspension wasn't for pot, or they tested above the new higher limit.

It would be nice to get them back. Another question is what happens to the roster exemption? Do you have to cut someone?

Absolutely agree. Browner's return does nothing to help Peyton win another ring, so he'll prolly be forced to keep sitting out the whole 4 weeks.

dales804 · Sep 12, 2014

Froob said:
According to my sources Ricky Williams is strongly considering a comeback. Should we kick the tires?

Maybe the Vikings should get first in line for him.

PlainOldEd · Sep 12, 2014

Gwedd said:
Absolutely agree. Browner's return does nothing to help Peyton win another ring, so he'll prolly be forced to keep sitting out the whole 4 weeks.

This is the first thing I thought, Wes gets suspended for amphetamines and the next day they decide to vote on whether to reduce the suspension for amphetamines? Really?

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