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NFL roundup: 49ers’ McDonald could face suspension if charged
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Ray McDonald faces a suspension or termination of his contract if he is charged with a crime, according to ESPN.
McDonald’s court date for Monday was cancelled and no new date will be scheduled “unless or until charges are filed,” the Santa Clara County district attorney tweeted Friday. However, McDonald’s case will continue to be investigated.
McDonald was arrested at his home Aug. 31 on suspicion of felony domestic violence. Police said McDonald’s fiancee had “visible injuries.” McDonald was later released on $25,000 bail. He has not been charged.
The 49ers and NFL have allowed McDonald to play since his arrest, saying they are waiting for the legal process to play out until taking any actions regarding discipline.
However, a league source told ESPN that if “any damaging information or facts are documented by the investigation and charges are filed,” the 49ers would reconsider how they approach McDonald’s situation.
—San Francisco tight end Vernon Davis left Sunday’s game against Philadelphia with a back injury and did not return. The extent of the injury is not known.
—Oakland Raiders owner Mark Davis continues to consider making a coaching change and offensive coordinator Greg Olson is a strong candidate to replace Dennis Allen if he is fired, CBS Sports reported Sunday.
Recently, assistant head coach/offensive line coach Tony Sparano was considered the favorite to take the helm on an interim basis if Davis decides to part with Allen.
However, Olson has been credited with helping develop rookie Derek Carr, the starting quarterback. Having a coach already in place to continue that development reportedly makes Olson an attractive candidate.
—Jersey sales for Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Devon Still in support of his 4-year-old daughter Leah, who has pediatric cancer, have exceeded $1 million.
More than 10,000 orders have come in from all 50 U.S. states as well as from Canada, the UK and Australia.
The proceeds are going to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Sales from the $100 jerseys will benefit pediatric cancer research at the hospital.
—New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith got into a verbal altercation with a fan after Sunday’s loss to Detroit, and later apologized, according to ESPNNewYork.com.
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