NFL rumors: Josh Gordon eluded Patriots' security during bye weekend originally appeared on nbcsportsboston.com The New England Patriots had a team in place to make sure Josh Gordon did not violate the terms of his reinstatement, but ultimately the plan didn't work well enough. Gordon was suspended indefinitely by the NFL earlier this week for violating the NFL/NFLPA substance abuse policy. He reportedly was suspended for multiple violations of the drug policy, including the use of more than just marijuana.