Alan Branch suspended four games, reportedly tested positive for marijuana
New England Patriots defensive lineman Alan Branch has been suspended four games for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Branch tested positive for marijuana.
Patriots DT Alan Branch is being suspended four games for violating drug policy, sources tell ESPN. Tested positive for marijuana. Appealing
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 21, 2016
Branch has appeared in every game this season, providing a steady veteran presence on a Patriots defense that has greatly underperformed. With New England having traded Jamie Collins to the Cleveland Browns recently and now likely losing Branch for four games, depth could become a serious issue down the stretch.
