Former Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs has been convicted on two counts of misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.
On July 19, Tuscaloosa County District Judge Joanne Jannik sentenced Buggs to a year of hard labor, with an order to serve 60 days.
The remainder of the sentence will be suspended for two years, contingent on Buggs’ behavior during that period.
In addition to his sentence, the 27-year-old Buggs is prohibited from owning or being around firearms, as well as owning dogs or cats. These restrictions reflect the severity of the charges and aim to prevent any future incidents of cruelty.
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The Chiefs released the former Alabama player on June 24, just eight days after his second recent arrest in Alabama. This arrest was on charges of domestic violence and burglary, for which he was released on a $5,000 bond, according to records from the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.
Buggs, known for his run-stuffing abilities, had a notable football career prior to these legal issues.
He played three seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers before spending the last two seasons with the Detroit Lions. Throughout his career, he has started in 23 games and appeared in 56, accumulating 89 tackles and two sacks.
He had signed a $1,292,500 contract with Kansas City for the upcoming season, which now stands null and void following his release.
The series of events marks a significant downturn for Buggs, whose promising career has been overshadowed by his off-field actions.
The consequences of his behavior have not only impacted his professional life but have also led to legal restrictions that will affect his personal life moving forward.
