Nazeeh Johnson Suspended for Six Games Due to Fertility Medication

Nazeeh Johnson, a cornerback for the Titans, has been suspended for the first six games of the NFL season after violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Johnson stated that the violation was due to taking a fertility medication while he and his wife were trying to conceive.

In his statement, Johnson explained that he was unaware the medication contained a banned substance. He emphasized the importance of NFL players being cautious about what they consume, especially without proper approval. Johnson and his wife recently experienced a loss in their attempts to conceive, but he remains hopeful about their future.

Fertility medications can be classified as banned substances, although players may seek therapeutic use exemptions. Johnson did not apply for such an exemption, resulting in his suspension and a loss of over $350,000 in salary this season.