NFL suspends Browns WR Josh Gordon for at least one year

The NFL announced Tuesday that Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon has been suspended without pay for at least one year for violating the league's substance-abuse policy.

"As we have conveyed, we are disappointed to once again be at this point with Josh," general manager Ray Farmer said in a statement. "Throughout his career we have tried to assist him in getting support like we would with any member of our organization. Unfortunately our efforts have not resonated with him. It is evident that Josh needs to make some substantial strides to live up to the positive culture we are trying to build this football team upon. Our hope is that this suspension affords Josh the opportunity to gain some clarity in determining what he wants to accomplish moving forward and if he wants a career in the National Football League. We will have no further comment on Josh as he will not be permitted in our facility for the duration of his suspension."

Gordon tested positive for alcohol, according to a January report. He was being tested for alcohol due to a prior DUI. His future with the Browns remains in doubt heading into the offseason.