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This is a day that the Patriots always knew could happen.

And always knew that at any moment, Josh Gordon could post a statement just like that

and walk away from the game. My guess is that Josh Gordon has known for quite some time,

has been trying to stay on the field as long as possible. But when you have repeated violations

of the NFL substance abuse policy, as he has had, This is obviously something he's used to.

He tweeted that he's stepping away, but obviously that's not accurate.

That's not the whole story.

He's being suspended.

All right, welcome into Pelgar and Manz here on 985 of Sportsubs,

simulcast on NBC Sports Boston, Jim Murray, Adam Jones,

in for the guys once again. And today we're coming to you from the Star Market Studio here at the increasingly modern-looking TD Garden ahead of tonight's Bruins game against the visiting Anaheim Ducks. Maybe touch on the Bruins a little bit later today, but we've got to get to the story at hand. That sound clip right at the top, ESPN's Adam Schaeftor, followed by Ian Rappaport of NFL Network. Reporting on this morning's news, Patriots wide receiver, Josh Gordon announcing through social media, he is taking a temporary leave from the game. And in the event you haven't read this thing yet or seen it pop up in your Twitter feed or anywhere else, Josh wrote, I take my mental health very seriously at this point to ensure I remain able to perform at the highest level.

I have recently felt like I could have had a better grasp on things mentally.

With that said, I'll be stepping away from the football field for a bit to focus on my mental health.

I'd like to thank Coach Belichick, Mr. Kraft, as well as countless others within the Patriots organization for their continued support. I want to thank my fans for their support as well as I continue down the path, getting back to 100%. Now, since this thing has posted, Jones, and hi and good afternoon. Oh, hey. According to NFL networks, Tom Pelliserro, Gordon faces an indefinite suspension for violating terms of his reinstatement under the NFL's substance abuse policy.

And the Patriots released a brief statement on this news, which simply reads,

We support Josh Gordon in his continued efforts to focus on his health.

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