November 27, 2001             

STATEMENT BY AN NFL SPOKESPERSON:

Cornerback SHAWN SPRINGS of the Seattle Seahawks has been suspended for the Seahawks’ next four regular-season games for violating the NFL Policy on Anabolic Steroids and Related Substances.

Springs’ suspension begins immediately. He is suspended for the club’s next four games, including this Sunday’s contest against the San Diego Chargers.  Springs is eligible to return to the Seahawks’ active roster on Monday, December 24 following the team’s December 23 game against the New York Giants.

[Note: The NFL Policy on Anabolic Steroids and Related Substances is posted on nflmedia.com. From the home page, click on "About the NFL" and then "NFL Policies."]