Washington Redskins offensive tackle Jordan Black has been suspended for four games for violating the NFL's policy on performance enhancing substances, the NFL announced Monday.
Black's suspension is without pay and will begin immediately.
Black will be eligible to return to the Redskins' active roster the day after the fourth regular-season or postseason game of his suspension.
Source: The Redzone
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