Jets TE Seferian-Jenkins Suspended 2 Games For Substance Abuse Violation
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- The Jets will be without their best tight end for the first two games of next season.
The Jets announced Wednesday that the NFL has suspended Austin Seferian-Jenkins for violating its substance abuse policy.
Seferian-Jenkins, 24, will be eligible to participate in all offseason and preseason practices and games.
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The Jets did not release any other details. Seferian-Jenkins was waived by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being charged with driving under the influence in Florida, his second such offense.
New York claimed Seferian-Jenkins off waivers. He played in seven games, catching 10 passes for 110 yards with no touchdowns.
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