eyesandgillz
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He was arrested twice in 2006. The first was a domestic abuse case that I think the charges eventually got dropped and the second was for disorderly conduct in South Beach. I think he plead out or just got a fine or something. Either way, the Rooneys don't care much for this type of thing and if he doesn't turn it around, he will be shipped out and I say good riddance. If he turns it around, great, but we don't need a head case around the team that is as bad as TO, ocho cinco, or plex...man, what is it with receivers...talk about the ultimate prima donnas. The new NFL substance abuse policy allows for up to a 4 game suspension for a first time offense. Don't think it will be that high but I will wager he will be out at least a game. Roger G. has had a heavy hand in these matters lately and with the Steelers complaining over the fines the last couple weeks, he may even be just a little more heavy handed towards Santonio. article from ultimatejaguars.com "Jaguars wide receiver Matt Jones avoided facing a trial on felony drug charges this week, but his chances for eluding league discipline might not be as good. NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said in an e-mail Wednesday to the Times-Union that Jones' case "will be reviewed under the substance-abuse policy, which includes potential discipline for drug-related violations of the law." According to the league's policy, a first offense can result in a suspension of up to four games. The NFL Network predicted Wednesday that Jones could be suspended for one or two games. Jones avoided a trial by agreeing to enter a drug-court program that includes 136 hours of therapy, 30 hours of community service and submitting to at least 78 random drug tests. The NFL's substance-abuse policy includes agreements like this as outcomes that can be reviewed by the league for possible disciplinary action. Meeting with reporters Wednesday, Jones remained mum about the situation. "I'm not supposed to talk about it," he said. Jones, who leads the Jaguars with 23 catches for 269 yards, originally faced up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Successful completion of the program will result in the felony charges being dismissed. Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio expressed relief about Jones' situation moving closer to resolution. "The fact that he's worked something out that seems to make sense, I think that's great," Del Rio said."
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