Steroid users cheat fans, game, and themselves

A strong statement on performance enhancing drugs was issued by DeMaurice Smith, the NFLPA Chief, in the wake of the suspension handed down to Texans LB Brian Cushing.

It was remarked by Smith, "Sport is at its best when fans can witness great achievements under the rules of fair play. Players who break those rules cheat the game, cheat the fans and cheat themselves. The players want a clean game as well as a clean process for enforcing those rules. We intend to address both in the collective bargaining process to make the system better."

From Content.usatoday.com:

NFLPA chief DeMaurice Smith issued a strong statement about performance-enhancing drugs on Tuesday in the wake of the suspension handed down to Texans LB Brian Cushing.

Smith said the NFLPA is committed to keeping the game free from steroids and other performance-altering substances and chastised players who break the league's policy on such substances as cheaters.

The NFL suspended Cushing for four games though the allegations were denied by the Texans LB.