NFL defensive lineman claims trainer responsible for four-game PED suspension, lawsuit says

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A Los Angeles Chargers defensive lineman sued his trainer Monday, claiming the man is responsible for a four-game suspension incurred when the athlete failed a performance-enhancing drug test.

Defensive tackle Corey Liuget filed a lawsuit against Ian Danney and Danney’s Arizona-based business in Los Angeles, seeking at least $15 million in damages.

Liuget, who is in his eighth season with the Chargers, says Danney injected him with a substance banned by the FDA and the NFL. The substance was used to treat pain stemming from broken bones in Liuget’s feet, ESPN reported.

Liuget also alleges Danney gave him a prescription medication despite Liuget’s lack of a prescription for the substance.

Danney hadn’t responded to the charges as of Wednesday morning.

Liuget, 28, said in a statement through his attorney that he decided to sue because the suspension compromised his ability to be a leader in the community and he wanted to set the record straight.

“I take enormous pride in how I conduct myself. That includes training in the right way and working hard to accomplish as much as I can do,” Liuget said in the statement. “I do not, and would never, cheat. And a driving motivation for me is to serve as a role model for children and young adults.”

Liuget was suspended in March and is eligible to return Week 5 against the Oakland Raiders.

Liuget has played in 102 games during his career, recording 22.5 sacks and 199 tackles.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Ryan Gaydos is an editor for Fox News. Follow him on Twitter @RyanGaydos.

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