New York Jets tight end Chris Herndon, a key piece on offense, was suspended four games Friday for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy, stemming from a June 2018 drunk-driving arrest in New Jersey.
Herndon is eligible to participate in all offseason and preseason practices and games. He will be eligible to return to the Jets' active roster on Monday, Oct. 7, following the team's Oct. 6 game against the Eagles in Philadelphia.
He pleaded guilty in January to driving while intoxicated, all but ensuring a suspension. According to the league's alcohol policy, a first-time offender gets a minimum two-game suspension but can receive additional discipline if NFL commissioner Roger Goodell determines there were aggravating circumstances, including extreme intoxication, property damage or serious injury to the player or another party.