Report: Bartu's two-game suspension lifted
Falcons linebacker Joplo Bartu had a two-game suspension lifted, but was fined $50,000 by the league, according to league-outlet NFL Media.
Bartu had a driving under the influence no contest plea in 2014. He reportedly received a two-day suspended sentence and 12 months of probation, along with enrollment in a risk reduction class.
Bartu received a two-game suspension in March. He later submitted paperwork to come under the league's old drug policy and was fined and not suspended.
Bartu, who had 83 tackles in 2014, will face stiff competition to retain his starting position in 2015.
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