Oh Henry! Denver RB wins appeal of drug suspension

By Chris Cluff  |   Wednesday, December 05, 2007  |  Comments( 0 )

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In a stunning decision, Denver running back Travis Henry won his appeal of an NFL-ordered, one-year suspension over a failed drug test and will remain an active member of the team. Three months ago, the league notified Henry that he had failed a test for marijuana. He sued the NFL, but many figured it was a futile effort. "When this thing was all brought about, it was like I had a 1 percent chance," Henry said. "It's like nobody gave me a chance. ... There was a lot riding on it. It feels great. I'm just happy it's over."

Commentary: Henry has had an interesting year -- from signing a $22.5 million contract with the Broncos, to revelations that he had fathered nine children with nine women, to the drug test, to a hot start, to multiple injuries. He was leading the league in rushing before injuries to his ribs and knee forced him out for four of the past six weeks.

Fantasy Football Impact: This news comes at a great time for fantasy playoff teams that own Henry. In his first game in four weeks Sunday, he ran for 49 yards and two touchdowns. He should only get better -- unless, ahem, he gets hurt again.
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About Chris Cluff

Chris Cluff spent 10 years as an editor and sportswriter for The Seattle Times. He was a key figure in the newspaper's coverage of the Seahawks, particularly during their Super Bowl run in 2005. He also has written two books on the Seahawks: "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Heart-Pounding,...
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