NFL Cornerback Suspended, Saints Face Roster Decisions

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. Beanie Bishop, the 26-year-old quarterback, just got hit with the suspension from the NFL. He'll miss the first three games of the 20-26 season for violating the league's substances of abuse policy. The news came out on the transaction wire, though the lead didn't specify the reason publicly. Bishop signed with the New Orleans Saints on a futures contract after joining their practice squad last December. Before that, he bounced around getting waived by the Pittsburgh Steelers during their 20-25 roster cuts and spending time on there. Practice squad, too. He's still without a spot on the act of roster heading into next year. As a rookie undrafted free agent from West Virginia with the Steelers, Bishop made a solid mark. He played in all 17 games, wrecking up 45 tackles, seven passes defended, and four interceptions. Now the suspension throws a wrench in his plans with the Saints, who saw him as a possible

1:02slot corner option. If he earns a roster spot, those early games are off the table, forcing the team to rethink his fit during training camp. Bishop can still join Saints' offseason workouts, giving him a chance to impress. Meanwhile, New Orleans faces bigger choices, like what to do with their veteran players and free agency as they build for 20-26. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Your Pillow, your podcast, your moment, made for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com