The Facts:
Following up on an ongoing story. ... Stallworth was already in the NFL's substance-abuse program before being charged with DUI manslaughter, according to a report, meaning he most likely would face stiffer sanctions from the NFL if convicted. Stallworth surrendered in a Miami courtroom Thursday morning on the DUI manslaughter charges in connection with
the death of pedestrian.
Reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
In March 2007, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Stallworth was a participant in the league's substance-abuse program and faced a suspension if he violated the conditions again. A player in Stage Two faces at least a four-game suspension if he violates conditions of his program. A player in Stage Three faces a one-year suspension. Players in Stage Two can rotate out of the program after two years if they've been compliant, but any prior history of substance abuse is a factor in determining NFL fines and suspensions. ... Stay tuned. The Browns and the league are both reviewing the charges.
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