The 2014 NFL season won't include the league's leader in receiving yards from a year ago.

The NFL announced Wednesday that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon's one-year suspension for repeated drug violations has been upheld.

Gordon issued a statement in response to the ruling, via the NFLPA:

I’d like to apologize to my teammates, coaches, the Cleveland Browns organization and our fans. I am very disappointed that the NFL and its hearing office didn’t exercise better discretion and judgment in my case. I would like to sincerely thank the people who have been incredibly supportive of me during this challenging time, including my family, my agent, my union, my legal team, and the Cleveland Browns staff.

Gordon is believed to be eligible to apply for reinstatement in one year's time, but FOX Sports' Mike Garafolo says there may be some "wiggle room" there.