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Why the Redskins may not be the best fit for receiver Josh Gordon

Since breaking into the league as a second-round pick in the 2012 NFL Supplemental Draft, Josh Gordon has been a talented receiver. In 2013, Gordon led the league in receiving yards with 1,646 and the then-22-year-old seemed to have a bright future in the NFL.

Unfortunately, over the course of the next six seasons, Gordon dealt with substance abuse issues. And every time he got back on the field, it seemed that he was quickly yanked once again for another suspension.

Over the course of the past couple of seasons with the New England Patriots, Gordon played in 17 games and caught 60 passes for 1,007 yards and four touchdowns.