Mike Hall Jr. suspended 5 games for domestic incident
- Mike Hall Jr. was arrested in August for domestic violence involving his fiancée.
- He pleaded no contest to a reduced charge and received a suspended jail sentence and fine.
- The suspension raises concerns about his future with the Cleveland Browns, where he was expected to play a key role.
In Cleveland, Ohio, rookie defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. of the Cleveland Browns has been suspended for five games by the NFL due to a violation of the league's personal conduct policy. This decision follows his arrest in August for a domestic violence incident involving his fiancée. Hall, who was a second-round draft pick from Ohio State, faced legal consequences, including a no contest plea to a reduced charge of disorderly conduct, a 30-day suspended jail sentence, and a $250 fine. He was also placed on the commissioner's exempt list prior to the suspension, which allowed the games missed to count against his suspension. As a result, he will be eligible for reinstatement on October 7, having already served four games of his suspension. The situation has raised concerns about Hall's future in the league, as he was expected to contribute significantly to the Browns' defensive lineup before these off-field issues arose.