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Josh Gordon Released by Browns After 6-Plus Seasons with Team

Wide receiver Josh Gordon's rocky tenure with the Cleveland Browns will end Monday, as the team announced its plan to release the former Pro Bowler following Week 2:

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Browns to release WR Josh Gordon Statement from GM John Dorsey: https://t.co/bQmWraH8Nr

The 27-year-old was among the NFL's top receivers when he played, but multiple drug and alcohol-related suspensions kept him off the field for over two years until his return in 2017.

Appearing in five games, Gordon had 18 receptions for 335 yards and one touchdown for the 0-16 Browns in 2017.