Mike FF Today 607 Posted July 23, 2018 Gordon won't report to camp with team Josh Gordon announced on Twitter he'll miss the start of training camp to focus on his overall mental and physical health, but the NFL told cleveland.com he has not been suspended. There is currently 'no timetable for his return,' NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy also told cleveland.com. "We'll address the matter at the appropriate time,'' said McCarthy. Gordon will be placed on the non-football injury list as camp opens on Thursday. Rumors had swirled for the past month or so on the internet that Gordon had failed another drug test, but it's not yet known if that's the case. This could be nothing, but something doesn't smell right. Stay tuned... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thePRO 78 Posted July 23, 2018 Fans are thinking this has something with him avoiding Hard Knocks which could have a negative effect on him. I agree. It makes sense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polecatt 399 Posted July 23, 2018 While it certainly wouldn't surprise me if he failed another drug test, mental health issues and substance abuse issues go hand in hand. If that gets bad enough it can lead to some physical health issues. I know counseling and such was part of his reinstatement so this may be related to all of that as well. In any case let's hope he gets it together. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray_T 587 Posted July 23, 2018 it is even possible that the NFL didnt want this under the microscope with the hard knocks thing on TV. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike FF Today 607 Posted July 23, 2018 Per Adam Schefter... Browns’ WR Josh Gordon did not have any slip ups or failed tests, per sources. His leave is a pro-active, defensive gesture to get extra counseling to try to ensure he does not have any of the setbacks that have marked his past. Those who know him say he has “worked his a— off.” Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray_T 587 Posted July 23, 2018 great news. I'm sure the extra pressure of having extra media there does not actually make it easier for him either. If it is a pro active move, I applaud him for making it. Per Adam Schefter... Browns’ WR Josh Gordon did not have any slip ups or failed tests, per sources. His leave is a pro-active, defensive gesture to get extra counseling to try to ensure he does not have any of the setbacks that have marked his past. Those who know him say he has “worked his a— off.” Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
[echo] 72 Posted July 23, 2018 i deal with addiction, and anything that you can do to avoid that first drink is a good thing.. im rooting for him, big time 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcgangstas 41 Posted July 23, 2018 I really hope for the best for the young man. If he can exorcise his demons and stay clean, he will be a game-changer for the Browns. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
giraldi02 470 Posted July 23, 2018 Rooting for him to overcome his problems and addictions. Having said that, I wont have any exposure to him from a fantasy perspective outside of DFS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lesjroza 70 Posted July 24, 2018 First Rounder! In a cutdown to 15 keepers, sure why not? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redsrback 30 Posted July 24, 2018 Give him credit for admitting he has a problem and wanting to fix it instead of being a deadhead. Might be the only player i do have some empathy for his determination to battle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bandrus1 413 Posted July 24, 2018 I heard on radio he has a very large possitive crowd around him and they called him out for some behavior that could lead to bad decisions and he immediately checked into this program. Also read he is dealing with some anxiety leading up to camp and wanted to get his head in the right place and he use to use pot to settle himself when these things came up I think by all sounds of it this is somebody who has some legitimate problems being proactive and getting ahead of things Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray_T 587 Posted July 24, 2018 I heard on radio he has a very large possitive crowd around him and they called him out for some behavior that could lead to bad decisions and he immediately checked into this program. Also read he is dealing with some anxiety leading up to camp and wanted to get his head in the right place and he use to use pot to settle himself when these things came up I think by all sounds of it this is somebody who has some legitimate problems being proactive and getting ahead of things well, getting good people around you to help keep you on the right path is usually more than half the battle I think. sounds like hes got that. Hopefully he can keep it real. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike FF Today 607 Posted July 25, 2018 GM John Dorsey is being vague on the Gordon situation... Dorsey on Josh Gordon being back in 2018: 'Yeah, I would think, absolutely.'' Dorsey on Gordon saying he'll be back "soon": "It could mean many things, a month, 3, days, 10 days, 30 days....let' see what it is'' Dorsey on if Gordon might be suspended down the road: Let's let him do what he needs to do, respect his privacy and "when he comes back, we'll embrace him'' Dorsey also admitted the team has had discussions about bringing in Dez Bryant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bandrus1 413 Posted July 25, 2018 prediction He didnt fail a test but there is some video evidence out there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray_T 587 Posted July 25, 2018 I suppose anything is possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted July 26, 2018 DND, the guy is a season killer and headcase. He will have a huge game then get deactivated for unknown reasons for 5 weeks. I don’t draft guys who the coach THINKS MIGHT be out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpenceToons 70 Posted July 26, 2018 ...I don’t draft guys who the coach THINKS MIGHT be out there. Rolling with that thought, a guy who was right next door to Gordon in early June ADP was Larry Fitzgerald. Now that's somebody you can bank on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redsrback 30 Posted July 27, 2018 He was much on my radar, if he remains his adp and no bad reports come out he could have upside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,031 Posted July 27, 2018 This dude. Chance after chance after chance and the narrative is somehow what a great courageous guy he is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tubby_mcgee 685 Posted July 27, 2018 I've NEVER seen a player take the path he has, and come back and be a productive part of the NFL. They alllllllways talk about "coming back, found god, cleaned up,etc, etc, etc... but never do anything. Blackmon, Gordon, Manziel....first three off top of my head. There are more. I wouldn't touch Gordon with a 39 1/2 pole. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBayXXXVII 2,104 Posted July 27, 2018 This dude. Chance after chance after chance and the narrative is somehow what a great courageous guy he is. I don't really remember anyone saying that. I remember the general consensus being "he's a flipping moron". Even now, I don't think anyone is saying he's "courageous", but diligent. In order to not relapse, he's being pro-active. That's not courageous, it's smart. It's the right thing to do. If he does relapse, the narrative will go back to him being an idiot. Now of course, the pot heads of America will defend him saying that weed should be legal, but that's a different debate all together. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 976 Posted July 28, 2018 I've NEVER seen a player take the path he has, and come back and be a productive part of the NFL. They alllllllways talk about "coming back, found god, cleaned up,etc, etc, etc... but never do anything. Blackmon, Gordon, Manziel....first three off top of my head. There are more. I wouldn't touch Gordon with a 39 1/2 pole. I have. Ricky Willliams RB with the Dolphins. Drafted by the Saints in 1999. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clean90 6 Posted July 28, 2018 I have. Ricky Willliams RB with the Dolphins. Drafted by the Saints in 1999. Good one. Here's another. Cris Carter had a pretty serious drug problem, was cut outright because of it, and he turned it around. Now he's in the Hall of Fame. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redsrback 30 Posted July 28, 2018 Good one. Here's another. Cris Carter had a pretty serious drug problem, was cut outright because of it, and he turned it around. Now he's in the Hall of Fame. THATS it, hide him in Minnesota and get him out of Cleveland!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrG 94 Posted July 28, 2018 Landry is the WR to own here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,031 Posted July 29, 2018 A week before training camp, he decides he needs to do preventative rehab for an indefinite amount of time. Man, what an amazing guy. He should be commended and respected. It's just so damned commendable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,552 Posted July 29, 2018 Psycho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,031 Posted August 1, 2018 Gordons comeback is one of the most inspiring stories in the NFL today, and itll continue to be a stirring story line whether he is back in September or needs to delay his return as he prioritizes his mental health and well-being https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2018/8/1/17636416/fantasy-wild-cards-josh-gordon-nfl-preview He's just so inspiring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seafoam1 1,878 Posted August 1, 2018 https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2018/8/1/17636416/fantasy-wild-cards-josh-gordon-nfl-preview He's just so inspiring. He inspires me to not care anything about him or his "inspiring" drug addictions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
