Raiders Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo Suspended for Two Games; Taylor Swift Donates $100K to Shooting Victim’s Family
In a recent development in the NFL, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been suspended for two games due to a violation of the league’s performance-enhancing substances policy.
This suspension comes as a blow to the Raiders, who signed Garoppolo in 2023, hoping he would bolster their quarterback position. However, the violation, reportedly related to the use of prescribed medication without proper league clearance, has led to Garoppolo’s absence for the first two games of the 2024 season.
According to sources close to the situation, Garoppolo has opted not to appeal the suspension, signaling his acceptance of the league’s decision. The Raiders are expected to release him before mid-March to avoid a substantial roster bonus, indicating their readiness to move on from the quarterback. With new leadership in place, including head coach Antonio Pierce and general manager Tom Telesco, the team appears set on exploring other quarterback options, potentially through the upcoming draft.
Garoppolo’s suspension marks another twist in his NFL journey, as he prepares to seek his third team in as many seasons. Despite the setback, he will be eligible to participate in offseason activities and training camp with any new team he signs with, albeit with a two-week ban from the regular season. The quarterback’s future remains uncertain, but his suspension underscores the NFL’s strict stance on performance-enhancing substances.
