Josh Gordon checked into rehab; still expected to report to camp
By Josh Sanchez
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon is facing a one-year suspension for violating the league’s substance abuse policy after yet another failed drug test.
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Gordon is planning to meet with the league office on August 1 to appeal his suspension, but he is still expected to report to camp.
However, despite being expected at the start of Browns training camp, Gordon is working to improve himself off the field.
According to Mike Garafolo of FOX Sports, Gordon checked himself into a rehab center after being arrested for his latest DUI earlier this month in North Carolina.
Said on @AmericasPregame Josh Gordon checked himself into rehab following his DUI arrest. Still expected to report to camp tomorrow.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) July 24, 2014
Whether or not the 23 year old will win his appeal — which is highly unlikely — remains to be seen.
Cleveland would benefit from having Gordon back on the field, but they have to prepare for life without their talented young wide receiver.