Jacksonville Jaguars starting left tackle Cam Robinson is facing a potential suspension of multiple games due to a positive test for a banned performance-enhancing drug.
The NFL is waiting for the results of a second sample before deciding on the length of his suspension. As a first-time offender, Robinson could face a suspension of two, six, or eight games, depending on the substance found.
𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: #Jaguars starting LT Cam Robinson has been suspended for the start of the 2023 season for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug policy, per @SInow pic.twitter.com/9Xx5tMMwEK
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 27, 2023
Robinson signed a three-year contract extension worth $52.75 million with the Jaguars in May 2022. However, his potential suspension could cause him to miss valuable playing time in the upcoming 2023 NFL season.
Last year, Robinson played in 14 regular-season games but was forced to sit out the final five due to a knee injury, including two playoff games.
The news of Robinson's potential suspension could have serious implications for both Robinson and the Jaguars. The 27-year-old is the highest-paid player on their roster, set to make $22 million this season.
Robinson has been a key player for the team since being drafted in the second round of the 2017 NFL draft, starting in 75 games over six seasons. Losing him for multiple games could significantly impact the team's offensive line and their performance on the field.
BREAKING: Jacksonville #Jaguars standout left tackle Cam Robinson will be suspended at the start of the 2023 season, per @_John_Shipley of @SInow.
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) April 27, 2023
Robinson will be suspended by the #NFL for an undisclosed amount of games for violating the league's performance-enhancing drug… pic.twitter.com/fy3ldVJGLQ
Furthermore, Robinson's contract currently counts more than $22 million against the Jaguars’ salary cap in both the 2023 and 2024 seasons. If he is suspended, it remains unclear whether the suspension will nullify any guarantees in his contract.
It is unfortunate to hear about Robinson's positive test and potential suspension, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold for both Robinson and the Jaguars in the upcoming NFL season.
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