Browns' Shaun Rogers apologizes for gun incident - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

catlover79 · 04-03-2010, 12:33 AM

http://www.sbsun.com/sports/ci_14811375

The Associated Press
Posted: 04/02/2010 08:56:37 PM PDT

CLEVELAND - Cleveland Browns nose tackle Shaun Rogers apologized to his fans and his team on Friday, saying he didn't intend to carry a loaded gun in his luggage as he tried to pass through airport security.

Rogers, arguably the Browns' best player, plans to plead not guilty to a concealed weapons charge, his lawyer said.

A prosecutor filed the fourth-degree felony charge alleging Rogers carried a .45-caliber Kimber semiautomatic with eight rounds in his carry-on luggage at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. A police report said the gun's hammer was cocked in safe mode.

Rogers, 31, posted bond of $1,000 after spending a night in jail following his Thursday arrest. Defense attorney Patrick D'Angelo said Rogers would be in court today to enter a not-guilty plea and waive a preliminary hearing.

Rogers told reporters he didn't mean to take the gun into the airport and was sorry. He apologized to his family and fans and to the Browns.

"By no means did I intend or willingly or knowingly take a firearm into the airport," he said. "That's not something I would do."

After participating in the Browns' voluntary offseason program, Rogers was on his way back home to Houston to spend Easter with his family when police say he was stopped with the weapon. Police say he was traveling with teammate Robaire Smith.

Rogers told officers that he had forgotten the gun was in his bag and that he carried it for personal safety during travel. Police say Rogers has a license in Michigan to carry a concealed weapon.

When reporters asked Rogers on Friday why he needed a weapon, D'Angelo answered that it wasn't a fair question because Rogers has a license to carry a firearm.

Rogers has been traveling between Detroit and Cleveland regularly while he tries to sell a home in Michigan.

"I'm truly remorseful, and I really can't put into words how unfortunate the incident is," Rogers said. "Again, I'm completely sorry."

The arrest could put Rogers' future with the Browns in jeopardy. Team president Mike Holmgren issued a statement Thursday saying that the club was aware of "what transpired with Shaun Rogers" and that it would reserve comment "until the legal process has taken its course."

Mr. Television · 04-03-2010, 12:37 AM

This reminds me of the time when Barry Switzer , who was coaching the Cowboys at the time, was stopped at the airport after he had a gun in his suitcase. Nothing ever changes. lol

catlover79 · 04-03-2010, 12:39 AM

Shaun Rogers isn't the only Browns player to be arrested at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. I still remember when this story broke at the beginning of the 2007 season:

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/sp...odden_arrested

Browns CB Bodden arrested
Sep 6, 2007, 16:02 GMT

Cleveland, OH - Cleveland Browns cornerback Leigh Bodden was arrested at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport Wednesday night.

According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Bodden was stopped by police after putting his 2004 GMC Yukon in reverse in the one-way arrivals area. He then refused to pull over and argued with police officers before he was arrested and charged with aggravated disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and various traffic violations.

Bodden posted a $1,000 bond and was released early Thursday morning. His attorney then entered not guilty pleas in Cleveland Municipal Court to all the charges.

Bodden's playing status for Sunday's season opener against Pittsburgh is uncertain.

Alas, Mr. Bodden's career as a Brown did not last long. Is he still with the Patriots?

04-03-2010, 12:33 AM	#1
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Browns' Shaun Rogers apologizes for gun incident http://www.sbsun.com/sports/ci_14811375 The Associated Press Posted: 04/02/2010 08:56:37 PM PDT CLEVELAND - Cleveland Browns nose tackle Shaun Rogers apologized to his fans and his team on Friday, saying he didn't intend to carry a loaded gun in his luggage as he tried to pass through airport security. Rogers, arguably the Browns' best player, plans to plead not guilty to a concealed weapons charge, his lawyer said. A prosecutor filed the fourth-degree felony charge alleging Rogers carried a .45-caliber Kimber semiautomatic with eight rounds in his carry-on luggage at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. A police report said the gun's hammer was cocked in safe mode. Rogers, 31, posted bond of $1,000 after spending a night in jail following his Thursday arrest. Defense attorney Patrick D'Angelo said Rogers would be in court today to enter a not-guilty plea and waive a preliminary hearing. Rogers told reporters he didn't mean to take the gun into the airport and was sorry. He apologized to his family and fans and to the Browns. "By no means did I intend or willingly or knowingly take a firearm into the airport," he said. "That's not something I would do." After participating in the Browns' voluntary offseason program, Rogers was on his way back home to Houston to spend Easter with his family when police say he was stopped with the weapon. Police say he was traveling with teammate Robaire Smith. Rogers told officers that he had forgotten the gun was in his bag and that he carried it for personal safety during travel. Police say Rogers has a license in Michigan to carry a concealed weapon. When reporters asked Rogers on Friday why he needed a weapon, D'Angelo answered that it wasn't a fair question because Rogers has a license to carry a firearm. Rogers has been traveling between Detroit and Cleveland regularly while he tries to sell a home in Michigan. "I'm truly remorseful, and I really can't put into words how unfortunate the incident is," Rogers said. "Again, I'm completely sorry." The arrest could put Rogers' future with the Browns in jeopardy. Team president Mike Holmgren issued a statement Thursday saying that the club was aware of "what transpired with Shaun Rogers" and that it would reserve comment "until the legal process has taken its course."
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04-03-2010, 12:37 AM	#2
Mr. Television 23 Years at Sitcoms Online Forum Icon Join Date: Jun 06, 2003 Location: Somewhere you're Not Posts: 62,132	This reminds me of the time when Barry Switzer , who was coaching the Cowboys at the time, was stopped at the airport after he had a gun in his suitcase. Nothing ever changes. lol
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04-03-2010, 12:39 AM	#3
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Shaun Rogers isn't the only Browns player to be arrested at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. I still remember when this story broke at the beginning of the 2007 season: http://www.monstersandcritics.com/sp...odden_arrested Browns CB Bodden arrested Sep 6, 2007, 16:02 GMT Cleveland, OH - Cleveland Browns cornerback Leigh Bodden was arrested at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport Wednesday night. According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Bodden was stopped by police after putting his 2004 GMC Yukon in reverse in the one-way arrivals area. He then refused to pull over and argued with police officers before he was arrested and charged with aggravated disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and various traffic violations. Bodden posted a $1,000 bond and was released early Thursday morning. His attorney then entered not guilty pleas in Cleveland Municipal Court to all the charges. Bodden's playing status for Sunday's season opener against Pittsburgh is uncertain. Alas, Mr. Bodden's career as a Brown did not last long. Is he still with the Patriots?