It’s harsh to say it this way, but it’s the truth: the Patriots are getting what they signed up for when they traded for Gordon back in September.
And I say that with all sensitivity to Gordon’s situation, respect for his mental-health issues and acknowledgement of his pending sanctions from the NFL. Clearly, for Gordon, this is bigger than football, and everyone hopes he can finally find the help he needs.
On Thursday Patriots WR Josh Gordon announced on Twitter that he’s stepping away from football for the time being to focus on his mental health.