Gordon (personal) is facing an indefinite suspension for a violation of his reinstatement under the league's substance abuse policy, Tom Pelissero of NFL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gordon announced early Thursday morning that he would be stepping away from the Patriots for "a bit" to attend to his mental health. The timetable for a return was vague, but if another suspension is announced by the league, it would likely mean the end of his career in the NFL. He has an extensive history of substance abuse policy violations and ensuing suspensions, which made him a risky acquisition by New England from the beginning.