FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork/AP) — The toughest part for Sheldon Richardson was sitting and watching while his New York Jets teammates played — and mostly won — without him.
An NFL-issued suspension for violating the league’s substance abuse policy cost the defensive end the first four games of the season. So, while the Jets jumped to a 3-1 start, Richardson rooted for his team as a spectator, just like any other fan.
“It was real difficult, but I brought it on myself,” Richardson said Monday. “I just had to deal with it. It’s a blessing to be back.