Jets’ ArDarius Stewart Facing Suspension

Jets wide receiver ArDarius Stewart is facing a two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances after testing positive for a diuretic or masking agent, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com tweets. On Friday afternoon, the NFL formally announced the ban.

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Stewart was the Jets’ third-round pick last season and caught just six passes as a rookie. However, with a glut of receivers, his spot on the roster is not guaranteed. The two-game ban could hurt his chances as he jockeys for one of the last spots with last year’s fourth-round pick Chad HansenAndre RobertsCharone Peake, and Lucky Whitehead. The Jets’ top four WR spots are occupied by Robby Anderson (who will likely face a suspension of his own), Jermaine KearseTerrelle Pryor, and Quincy Enunwa.

Stewart will miss the team’s first two games against the Lions and Dolphins. If the Jets choose to keep him on the roster after that, he’ll be eligible to play against the Browns on Sept. 20.

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