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Bobby Massie Suspended: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

September 5, 2015   ·     ·   Jump to comments

The Arizona Cardinals offensive line has taken another hit, with starting right tackle Bobby Massie suspended for the season's first two games. 
According to Darren Urban of AZCardinals.com, Massie's suspension is the result of violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported in August that he was arrested during Super Bowl week in Arizona for driving while intoxicated. 
Initially, per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Massie received a three-game suspension from the league, but he appealed the decision. 
Urban's report does note that the Cardinals are expected to use Earl Watford in Massie's starting spot and that he could stay there even after Massie returns in Week 3. 
Massie's suspension is the second major blow the Cardinals line has suffered. Guard Mike Iupati, who signed a five-year deal with Arizona in March, had knee surgery in mid-August that's expected to keep him out about six weeks. 
Using that time fram...

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