Nazeeh Johnson, a cornerback for the Tennessee Titans, has been handed a six-game suspension by the NFL after testing positive for a banned substance. The 28-year-old athlete attributes the positive test to a fertility medication he was taking while trying to conceive with his wife.

The suspension, which is set to begin on August 30, 2026, comes as a significant setback for Johnson, who joined the Titans in July after four seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. During his time with the Chiefs, Johnson played in 29 games and was part of the team that won the Super Bowl. Despite the suspension, he is still allowed to participate in the Titans' preseason activities and games.

In a statement shared on social media platform X, Johnson expressed his regret over the situation, stating that he was unaware the medication contained a substance prohibited by the NFL. He and his wife have been undergoing fertility treatments after discovering that he is infertile. Tragically, the couple recently experienced a miscarriage, adding emotional strain to their already challenging journey toward starting a family.

Johnson emphasized the importance of caution when it comes to medication, urging fellow players to verify the contents of any drugs they take. "Do not put anything in your body without following the process and getting approval beforehand," he warned.

The NFL's decision to suspend Johnson has raised concerns, particularly as his wife revealed that they had appealed the suspension, submitting over 50 documents to support their case. However, the appeal was denied, leaving the couple to navigate both the suspension and their personal struggles simultaneously.

As Johnson prepares to miss the first six games of the regular season, he remains hopeful about their future family plans, noting that they still have nine viable eggs available from their fertility treatments. The suspension not only affects his career but also adds another layer of difficulty to a deeply personal situation for the Johnsons, who are determined to overcome these challenges together.