Josh Gordon & Johnny Manziel, Cleveland Browns: Josh Gordon Set For 8 NFL Game Drugs Ban As Manziel Hasn't Impressed Teammates

The Cleveland Browns and their stars Josh Gordon and Johnny Manziel are never too far from the headlines when the NFL is concerned. The pair are seen as two of the biggest talents in the game, but they are also equally disruptive. Gordon is facing a season-long drugs ban, but reports suggest he could get a reduction, meaning he only misses eight games of the 2014/15 NFL season. Manziel is trying to win the starting QB job, but it's believed his teammates aren't that impressed with the rookie as yet.

Gordon has had his troubles with the law for various reasons, while Manziel continues to be the naughty kid in the classroom, who just cannot control his behaviour. If Cleveland can get this duo on the right track, then they could become one of the most dangerous teams in the NFL. However, Manziel may not impress enough to get on the field, and Gordon may not get his ban reduced, so what good are two players that can't play football?

Gordon could face a 16-game ban, but the Browns are quietly confident their appeal will lead to a 8-game ban, pleasing the city and player. Manziel will hope to improve and impress in the coming weeks, and if things work out right, perhaps he and Gordon will be ready to return and give the team a mid-season boost, as they look to push for the NFL playoffs.

Will the Browns ever see the best of this troubled duo, or are they destined to fail?