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Tiger-Cats OL Colin Kelly suspended for drug policy violation

Feb 3, 2023 | 5:50 PM

TORONTO — The CFL has handed Hamilton Tiger-Cats offensive lineman Colin Kelly a two-game suspension for violating the league’s drug policy.

The league says Kelly tested positive for the banned substances GHRP-2 and GHRP-2 1-3 acid, both of which are linked to a growth hormone that stimulates appetite.

It is Kelly’s first violation of the policy.

The CFL’s rules say suspended players cannot play in regular season or post-season games, but clubs can determine whether or not players participate in other team activities, including training camp, practices, meetings and pre-season games.

Kelly, a 33-year-old Oregon State product, appeared in 14 regular-season games for the Tiger-Cats last season.

He’s played seven seasons in the CFL, with stints in Ottawa, Edmonton and Hamilton.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 3, 2023.

The Canadian Press