Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen got himself into a wild mess at the end of August, just a couple of weeks before the NFL season even kicked off. The veteran pass-catcher was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, and the details are absolutely gnarly. We’re talking about a .224 blood-alcohol level, which is almost three times the legal limit. That kind of number means Allen, who turns 34 this season, is staring down a minimum three-game suspension, but honestly, it could get way worse for Indy’s offense.
The August 30th Arrest That Rocked Indy
Seriously, parked in a no-parking zone? That’s how this whole unfortunate saga started for Keenan Allen. On August 30, around 1 a.m., an Indianapolis police sergeant found Allen’s car where it shouldn’t have been. That prompted the officer to investigate, and from there, the situation escalated fast. The police report noted a distinct smell of alcohol coming from Allen and his vehicle. A blood-alcohol test followed, and that’s when the bombshell dropped: Allen registered a staggering .224 BAC. He was promptly arrested on a Class A misdemeanor charge because, let’s be real, that number is almost three times the legal limit for driving. It’s a huge problem, not just legally but for his team, who were expecting him to be a key part of their offensive attack.
What That Monster BAC Means For Allen’s Suspension And The Colts’ Offense
According to Adam Schefter, the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement requires a minimum three-game suspension for a DUI arrest like Allen’s. But here’s the kicker: the CBA also states that suspensions can vary based on a player’s intoxication level. With Allen’s .224 BAC almost tripling the legal limit, the league has every reason to tack on more games to that initial three-game ban. Allen, despite not being in his absolute prime, still plays an integral role in the Colts’ passing game. Missing him for an extended period is a massive blow. Looking at their depth chart, Alec Pierce and Josh Downs are currently listed as WR1 and WR2, ahead of Allen at WR3. Other guys like Ashton Dulin (currently out) and D.J. Montgomery (on IR) are dealing with their own issues, which only further highlights Allen’s importance. When a veteran who’s still integral to your team is out, it just hurts.
The league is playing the waiting game, expected to hold off on their final decision until Allen’s legal case wraps up. The next big date on the calendar is October 26, when his attorney conference is scheduled. Until then, the Colts’ coaching staff is left scrambling, trying to figure out how to navigate at least the first three games,and potentially more,without a crucial weapon. You know they’ve got to be frustrated, and frankly, so should their fans.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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