The San Diego Chargers were notified today by the National Football League that wide receiver Vincent Jackson will miss the first three regular-season games of 2010 for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.  The following statement was issued today by an NFL spokesperson:

“Vincent Jackson of the San Diego Chargers has been suspended without pay for the first three games of the 2010 regular season for violating the NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse.

“Jackson’s suspension begins on Saturday, September 4.  He will be eligible to return to the Chargers’ active roster on Monday, September 27 following the team’sSeptember 26 game against the Seattle Seahawks.

“Jackson is eligible to participate in all preseason practices and games.”

Note: The NFL Policy and Program for Substances of Abuse is posted on nflmedia.com.  From the home page, click on "Resources" and then "About the NFL."

Chargers General Manager A.J. Smithissued the following statement:  “Obviously we’re disappointed.  Vincent made a mistake and now must deal with the consequences.  It’s unfortunate, but we’ll deal with it and move on.”

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