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NFL, Union Agree to New Drug Policy

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Getty S 102312 NFL%20Logo?  SQUARESPACE CACHEVERSION=1410977514912Doug Pensinger/Getty Images(NEW YORK) — The NFL and its union announced on Wednesday that they have a new drug policy agreement regarding performance-enhancing drugs, which also includes testing for human growth hormone.

With the new deal in place, three previously suspended players will now be able to play on Sunday for their respective teams.

Broncos wide receiver Wes Welker, Cowboys cornerback Orlando Scandrick, and Rams receiver Stedman Bailey can return this weekend.

The new policy is as follows:

  • A first violation of the PED policy will result in a suspension without pay for up to six games depending on violation;
  • Positive tests for diuretics or masking agents will result in a two-game ban;
  • Positive tests for a steroid, stimulant or HGH will result in a four-game ban;
  • Evidence that an attempt was made to manipulate a test result will result in a six-game suspension.
  • Players will receive a 10-game suspension for the second violation and a third will be a two-year suspension.


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