Saints S Rod Teamer suspended for violating NFL's drug policy

Saints safety and practice squad member Rod Teamer is facing suspension from the NFL.

Teamer, a 5-year NFL veteran and former Tulane standout, will be suspended three games without pay due to what was described as a violation of the league's "substances of abuse" policy. The details of what prompted the suspension were not disclosed.

Teamer has appeared in two games this season as a practice squad elevation with his work primarily on special teams. He will be eligible to return after a Week 16 matchup with the Packers.

The Saints visit the New York Giants in Week 14.