Ex-NFL running back Clinton Portis was sentenced to six months in prison and six months in home confinement for his role in defrauding a health care benefits program for retired NFL players, according to ESPN.
The two-time Pro Bowler previously pled guilty for his part in the nationwide scheme, alongside 14 other defendants. He admitted to filing unlawful reimbursement claims in the Gene Upshaw NFL Player Health Reimbursement Account Plan, which allows former players to pursue funds for out-of-pocket medical care expenses that were not covered by insurance. These expenses were collected by the former football players, their spouses and their dependents with each player granted a maximum of $350,000.