NFL lineman Malik McDowell was just sentenced to JAIL for fighting a cop in Feb. -- but he's also been ordered to write multiple lengthy essays about the law ... for real.
For example, McDowell must submit a 1,000-word paper to the court on "Finding Meaning In Life Other Than Committing Crimes."
Also, another 750-word essay on "Principles of Declaration of Independence and How Your Behavior Undermines Them."
His other two assignments -- two more 750-word papers on "Importance of Respecting the Rule of Law" and "Importance of Respecting Property Rights."
AND, ALL ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN 90 DAYS!