Free-agent pass receiver Antonio Brown has actually gotten an eight-game suspension without spend for several offenses of the NFLs individual conduct policy, the league revealed Friday.
Brown had actually been the topic of an NFL examination following an accusation of sexual misconduct at his house by an artist who was working there in 2017. He likewise pleaded no contest in June to a felony robbery with battery charge and 2 lower misdemeanor charges related to a January incident with a moving truck company outside his home in Hollywood, Florida.
In revealing the suspension, the NFL stated that Brown was directed to continue therapy and treatment. The league likewise said that any further offenses would likely lead to harsher discipline.
A different NFL examination into Brown coming from a lawsuit submitted by his previous trainer declaring that she was sexually assaulted by the wide receiver is still ongoing. Brown has said his sexual relationship with the trainer was consensual. Brown met the NFL in November as part of the investigation.
Brown might get additional games following the conclusion of that investigation, a source informed ESPNs Jeremy Fowler.
Brown, 32, last bet the New England Patriots in September 2019. The Patriots launched him one week later, and he hasnt been signed by a group considering that.
If Brown signs with a group prior to the routine season, he would be enabled to get involved in preseason activities. The suspension would work after the last roster decrease Sept. 5, and he would be eligible to return after the group plays eight games.
NFL gives Antonio Brown 8-game suspension for violating personal conduct policy – ESPN
