Dimitri Patterson

Jets cornerback Dimitri Patterson has been suspended by the team, after he went AWOL and failed to turn up for their game against the Giants on Friday. General manager John Idzik commented on the situation: "I think what we’re going to do now is he will be suspended indefinitely. That will give us a little time to gather more information around what led to his behavior. I think that way, we feel like we’ll make a very well-informed decision as to what discipline will be forthcoming. And there will be discipline involved."

Fantasy Impact

Things aren't looking good for Patterson. Although he was a projected starter for New York, he was hardly spectacular in training camp. This could affect his place on the team, and eliminate what little fantasy value he had to begin with. Patterson is someone you'll want to avoid in IDP leagues, even if he does end up starting Week 1.

Jets cornerback Dimitri Patterson did not show for Friday's preseason game against the Giants and has not communicated directly with the team since then, general manager John Idzik said on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

This could be bad news for the team, as Patterson was a projected starter opposite Dee Milliner at cornerback for the Jets. Now his future in New York could be in doubt after this incident. Patterson had also been dealing with an injury which has kept him sidelined for much of the preseason. Even if he was healthy and present, Patterson wasn't an attractive fantasy player and is most likely a stopgap for the Jets.