NFL Suspends 49ers LB Reuben Foster For The First 2 Games Of The Season

[pwaldo]

https://www.profootballrumors.com/20...ster-suspended

The NFL has suspended 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster for the first two games of the regular season. Foster will miss contests against the Vikings and Lions before returning to the active roster on Sept. 17.

Foster’s suspension comes as a result of violating the NFL’s conduct and substance-abuse policies. He’ll also be fined for violations stemming from weapons and drug charges. Although he will not serve jail time for any of his off-the-field missteps, the league reserves the right to discipline players for actions that are barred by the NFL.

“Our organization understands and supports the League’s decision,” GM John Lynch said in a statement. “Although we are disappointed that Reuben will not be with our team for the first two games of the season, we will continue to work with him on making better decisions and eliminating unnecessary distractions. We are encouraged to see Reuben take responsibility for his mistakes, and hopeful that he has learned from them as well.”

Just weeks ago, Foster was facing jail time for accusations of domestic abuse against his former girlfriend. Had he been convicted, Lynch said he would have been booted from the team.

[Rybowski]

I read he fully understands what he did and will accept the 2 game suspension.

[bakemeister52]

Could of been worse but 2 games is fair!

[camsue]

a lot worse

[Devlin]

a few suspensions handed out this last few days