HGH testing begins in NFL after lengthy negotiations
The NFL starts human growth hormone testing for the first time after a delayed rollout tied to the 2011 labor deal. About 950 tests will occur in the regular season, postseason, and preseason with five players per week on eight teams randomly tested, no game-day testing, and strict roster eligibility.
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NFL drug testing policy heads to neutral appeals process
The agreement sets a maximum 90 day testing window per team and introduces neutral arbitration for appeals of positive tests. It pairs with a two game minimum suspension for DUI and mirrors HGH testing practices. Dolphins defensive end Derrick Shelby was suspended indefinitely after a Taser arrest for resisting officers in Fort Lauderdale.
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Florida freshman QB Treon Harris suspended amid sexual assault probe
Florida freshman Treon Harris was suspended from all team activities as authorities investigate an alleged sexual assault at a campus residence hall after he helped Florida beat Tennessee 10 9. University Police and Gainesville Police are handling forensic evidence collection while the university pledges zero tolerance.
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Texans star Arian Foster blasts Thursday games
Houston star running back Arian Foster criticizes Thursday night football as painful and unsafe for players. He notes league revenue motives and cites the toll on teams like the Texans facing the Colts in a key AFC South clash. Coach Bill O'Brien calls for rest and smart prep as both teams sit at 3-2.
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