Category Archives: Off field (by athlete)

Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While a Judge ruled that Chris Cook will be allowed to travel with the Vikings while awaiting further court proceedings, the team seems to be taking a different stance as it leaves him on the suspended list. A judge ruled … finish reading Cook appears in court and will be allowed to travel with Vikings

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Vikings Chris Cook charged with domestic assault

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Not a good way for the Vikings to prepare for the upcoming match up with Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Chris Cook was arrested in the early morning hours, accused of domestic assault. The Minneapolis Star Tribune … finish reading Vikings Chris Cook charged with domestic assault

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Alabama alum claims attack by Gators Easley

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Losing to a rival is always a big problem but you rarely seem to see claims of attacks by the players themselves (as opposed to fans). The report is unclear about what transpired by the claims are that Gator player … finish reading Alabama alum claims attack by Gators Easley

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Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to police, Javaris Crittenton has arrived in Atlanta to face a murder charge in the shooting death of woman. Crittenton, former Washington Wizards guard, was suspended along with teammate Gilbert Arenas for having guns in the team locker room … finish reading Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

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Ramirez banned from contact with wife

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

After being released from Ft. Lauderdale jail, Manny Ramirez was banned from having contact with his wife after she had called 911.  The police released the tape and you can see from the article below that Ramirez seemed pretty non-chalant … finish reading Ramirez banned from contact with wife

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LSU’s Jefferson’s lawyer wants reinstatement until case concluded

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One tactic often used to delay suspensions is to try to get the team or school to allow a player to remain eligible until there is a resolution of the legal proceedings.  Jordan Jefferson‘s lawyer says he will ask LSU … finish reading LSU’s Jefferson’s lawyer wants reinstatement until case concluded

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Two Hawaii players suspended for opener

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Two Hawaii starting players have been suspended for Saturday’s season-opener at home against Colorado according to an AP report.   They were arrested on charges of misdemeanor assault stemming from a weekend brawl at a Waikiki nightclub, University of Hawaii officials … finish reading Two Hawaii players suspended for opener

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Cedric Benson to serve 20 days in jail

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Cedric Benson is scheduled to serve a 20 day jail sentence and will apparently surrender himself during the Bengals’ bye week. Benson’s jail time could be significantly shorter than the sentence. He could be given credit for any time served … finish reading Cedric Benson to serve 20 days in jail

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Colorado State players arrested from fight

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Colorado State coach Steve Fairchild acknowledged that two football players were among four people arrested Saturday at an apartment complex party. Starting middle linebacker James Skelton, 21, and backup defensive tackle Zach Tiedgen, 21, were cited for disorderly conduct. The … finish reading Colorado State players arrested from fight

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LSU problems escalating after arrests

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The problems at LSU escalated Friday and the distractions will probably continue for the first few weeks of the season.  The severity of the incident as well as the mounting volume of evidence will ensure that this situation stays at … finish reading LSU problems escalating after arrests

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Javaris Crittenton charged with murder

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former NBA player Javaris Crittenton was suspended by the league for bringing a gun into the Washington Wizards’ locker room. Now he has been charged with murder in the shooting of a woman on an Atlanta street. Police spokesman Carlos … finish reading Javaris Crittenton charged with murder

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LSU players meet with police; no arrests result

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

After all the posturing of the LSU players and their attorney, the players ultimately submitted to questioning by the police and (at least for now) none of them have been arrested. “They did not invoke the fifth amendment. They gave … finish reading LSU players meet with police; no arrests result

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Mississippi QB Mackey arrested after bar fight

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Houston Nutt thought he had 3 QBs ready to go heading into the season but his decision on the QB race got a bit easier after Randall Mackey was arrested after a bar fight. Nutt said Mackey would be suspended … finish reading Mississippi QB Mackey arrested after bar fight

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