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Earlier on Thursday, multiple reports emerged regarding an investigation of Broncos defensive lineman Antonio Smith for child abuse. According to the Associated Press, the investigation involves a more ominous element.
Fort Bend County (Texas) Sheriff Troy Nehls told the AP that a complaint was made against Smith in November 2014, and that it is “sexual in nature.” Nehls investigated the case, and he forwarded the findings to the Fort Bend County district attorney in February 2015.
The NFL has not yet responded to a request for confirmation that the mere existence of the investigation will trigger a league investigation under the Personal Conduct Policy.