IT IS DONE: Nebraska Cornhusker Women’s Basketball Star Alexis Markowski Suspended from All Football Activities by NFL After Shocking Drug Test Revelation
In a stunning and perplexing development that has left fans and analysts scrambling for answers, the NFL has announced the total suspension of Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball star Alexis Markowski from all football-related activities after she reportedly tested positive for a banned substance. The move has ignited confusion across both collegiate and professional sports communities, as Markowski is not a football player — and never has been.
The announcement came early Sunday morning through an official NFL media release, which stated:
“Alexis Markowski has been suspended indefinitely from participating in any and all NFL-affiliated football activities after a confirmed violation of the league’s substance abuse policy.”
The bizarre nature of the statement immediately raised eyebrows, not just because Markowski is a standout basketball player for the University of Nebraska women’s team — but because she has no known ties to any professional football organization. Social media exploded with reactions ranging from outrage to bewildered humor, with many demanding clarification on how or why the NFL would take disciplinary action against an athlete outside its jurisdiction.
Markowski, 6’3″ and a dominant force in the paint, was instrumental in leading the Cornhuskers to a strong season in the Big Ten, earning All-Conference honors and solidifying her status as a future WNBA draft prospect. Her physical play, rebounding dominance, and fiery leadership made her one of the most recognized faces in women’s college basketball.
University officials were quick to respond, issuing a statement that read in part:
“We are aware of the situation involving Alexis Markowski. To be clear, Alexis is a student-athlete in our women’s basketball program and has no involvement in football. We are seeking clarity on this situation and are in communication with NCAA and professional league officials.”
Sources close to the university suggest that the suspension may have stemmed from a bureaucratic or clerical error, possibly confusing Markowski with another individual or misapplying league policies. Nonetheless, the NFL has yet to retract or amend its statement.
Legal experts point out that while the NFL does have broad authority over players and league personnel, its jurisdiction does not extend to athletes in unrelated sports, especially those in the NCAA. Unless Markowski had been invited to participate in a special event, charity game, or football-related endorsement campaign — none of which have been publicly disclosed — the league’s involvement remains highly questionable.
Markowski herself has not issued a personal statement, but her family and coaching staff have expressed confidence that the situation will be resolved swiftly and that her name will be cleared.
For now, what should have been an offseason focused on recovery, training, and WNBA preparation has taken a surreal turn. Whether this was a clerical mix-up or something more complex remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Alexis Markowski is in the headlines for all the wrong reasons — and the sports world is watching closely.
