Jalen Collins Apologizes for PED Suspension, Says He's 'Disappointed'

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins addressed his 10-game suspension for a violation of the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy following practice on Monday.

"So I addressed the team, talked to [head coach Dan Quinn], everybody knows what's going on," Collins said, per ESPN.com's Vaughn McClure. "I know I let a lot of people down. Everybody's really disappointed, including myself. This is something that I've been struggling with and that I'm working on it to put behind me. Just ready to move forward."

Collins served a four-game suspension in 2016 for a similar violation.

Bleacher Report's Ian Wharton was among those who questioned whether the Falcons would be better off without the 2015 second-round draft pick:

Quinn didn't say whether Collins' second suspension will jeopardize his future with the Falcons but told reporters the team will fully examine the situation.

"The disappointment for having a second repeat offense is stronger," he said, per McClure. "This just came through yesterday. Some trust has been broken. And we'll take all the time we need to make the best decision for the team."

In the days leading up to his suspension, Collins had been practicing with the third string, which Quinn called a "coaching decision," according to McClure.

Collins won't be eligible to play for Atlanta in the regular season until the team's Week 12 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Nov. 26. Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site noted, however, he can continue practicing and playing with the team through the preseason.