Former NFL Player Isaiah Buggs Convicted of Animal Cruelty
- Isaiah Buggs, a former defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs, has been convicted of misdemeanor animal cruelty in Alabama.
- He faces two separate counts related to the mistreatment of animals.
- This conviction raises concerns about public attitudes towards animal rights and the responsibilities of pet owners.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Isaiah Buggs, a former defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs, has been found guilty of two misdemeanor animal cruelty charges. The conviction was handed down by Tuscaloosa County District Judge Joanne Jannik on July 19, resulting in a sentence of one year of hard labor, with 60 days to be served immediately. The remaining time will be suspended for two years, contingent upon Buggs' behavior during that period. In addition to the labor sentence, Buggs, 27, has been prohibited from possessing firearms and is barred from owning dogs or cats. His legal troubles escalated after he was released from the Chiefs on June 24, following his second arrest in Alabama within a short timeframe. This arrest involved a charge of domestic violence and burglary, for which he was released on a $5,000 bond. Buggs, who played college football at Alabama, has had a notable career in the NFL, spending three seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the last two with the Detroit Lions. Over his career, he has started 23 games and recorded 89 tackles and two sacks. Prior to his legal issues, he had signed a contract worth $1,292,500 with the Chiefs for the upcoming season, which has now been rendered void following his release.