Brandon Spikes' Suspension Reportedly From ADHD Medication

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Patriots' linebacker Brandon Spikes' four-game suspension came not for a steroid, but for an attention deficit and hyperactivity drug, Comcast Sports New England is reporting.

A source told CSNNE that Spikes tested positive for amphetamines, which are one of the ingredients in Adderall and other drugs used to combat ADHD. Amphetamines are considered a performance enhancer by the NFL , MLB and other professional sports organizations, but players can apply for a waiver allowing them to use ADHD medications if they are diagnosed with the condition.

"I've been contacted by the NFL and informed that I will be suspended (four) games for the detection of an illegal substance in a drug test," Spikes said in a statement. "The substance was a medication that I should have gotten clarification on before taking. It was not a performance enhancer or an illegal drug. The integrity of the game is very important to me. I understand the league's ruling and apologize to my teammates, the fans and the Patriots organization for this mistake."

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