Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman David Irving is meeting with team officials today regarding a possible failed drug test, according to Mike Fisher of 105.3 The Fan.
Defensive lineman David Irving is discussing with Dallas Cowboys team officials today the possibility that he’s failed a drug test for supplements, sources tell me.
I’m told the result of the test is not yet “official,’’ and that an appeal can be expected. I’m also told Irving is not presently in the NFL drug program … but that a four-game suspension could nevertheless be looming.
I’m told there is an “accidental’’ nature to Irving’s use here, and it is hoped – by both the Irving camp and by the Cowboys – that could help in the appeal process.
Bleacher Report's Jason Cole and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport report that Irving is indeed facing a four-game suspension.
As @fishsports is reporting, multiple sources in past week have said #Cowboys DL David Irving facing suspension for PEDs
— Jason Cole (@JasonColeBR) May 23, 2017
#Cowboys pass-rusher David Irving is facing a 4-game PED suspension, sources say. Stems from a supplement that he had a marketing deal with.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 23, 2017
Irving can play either defensive tackle or defensive end, and recently signed a one-year tender for $615K for the upcoming season.
The 6-foot-7, 280-pounder emerged as one of Dallas' best pass rushers last season, recording 17 tackles, four sacks, four forced fumbles and five passed defensed despite playing in less than 500 snaps. He was expected to have a bigger role this season, though this suspension may change that.
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