Running back LeGarrette Blount will sit out the Patriots' season-opener. The NFL announced Tuesday that Blount has been suspended one game without pay for violating the league's policy for substances of abuse. (Boston.com)
Fantasy Impact
This suspension was a result of an issue when LeGarrette Blount was with the Steelers last August. The suspension presumably shouldn't hurt Blount's standing with the Pats, as they knew of his likely punishment when they signed him in November. Blount should see plenty of work in the upcoming season and could be a fantasy sleeper.