That's Josh Gordon's Choice Now – Make History Or Be History

Since the Patriots traded against Josh Gordon, much of the discussion around the league has been focused on Gordon's ability to stay on the field. His substance abuse problems have been well documented since his peak year in 2013 and subsequent series of suspensions.

With this in mind, even with the presence of the infamous Patriot Way, questions were raised about Gordon's impact in the locker room. But a former teammate in Cleveland had only good things to say about Gordon and thinks a change of scenery is exactly what he needs to capitalize on his immense talent.

Donte Whitner, a security for the Browns from 2014 to 2016, praised Gordon's character in a recent interview with Boston Sports Tonight

"He's just a real guy – he's always there for his teammates, no matter if he's on the field, off the pitch … if you need him to do anything, he'll do it." "

When asked if Gordon would be a reliable teammate in the locker room, Whitner continued his praise, answering "Absolutely, positively, 100% I believe that Josh Gordon will be an excellent teammate … I believe that" he will be a remarkable citizen in the community, and I hope he's going out there and shows everyone that he can still play at a high level. "

One of the biggest concerns in the Josh Gordon saga is the decision of the Browns to part with him. From the outside, it seems odd that the team has faced Gordon in his struggles over the last few seasons, before trading a week against what should be his return season.

Whitner, on the other hand, thinks that trading is nothing more than the breaking point of a relationship between a player in difficulty and the franchise that wrote it.

"I do not think they say they do not need that talented player, I think they say we're tired of things that have come to you and you're still not on the football pitch systematically … they decided to separate and separate. "

Whitner was however convinced that a fresh start was what Gordon wanted and needed.

"I really think he wanted a fresh start, needed a fresh start and wanted to team up with a better quarterback … [the Browns] do not end up seeing it on the road. "

Gordon has always been an outstanding talent in the NFL, before joining Tom Brady and the Patriots. If his problems are actually behind him, the possibilities are endless for Gordon and New England. Whitner, for one, seems to think that his move to the northeast could be exactly what he needs to unlock this talent.

Josh Gordon is a patriot, for the moment. Only time will tell if he stays well and helps with the walk for another Super Bowl victory.