Does Seau Need To Play Again?

Yesterday we got word that former NFL player Junior Seau was arrested for felony domestic violence against his 25 year-old girlfriend and later his drove his SUV off a cliff in California. That's a lot of activity for anyone, and Seau is obviously having some issues in post retirement at 41. Seau told authorities that he fell asleep at the wheel, which appears to be plausible according to police, while drugs and alcohol don't appear to be factors in the crash.

Luckily for Seau he escaped the crash with minor injuries, but he's having some issues that get pronounced when you're a former NFL superstar. Seau won't be able to deal with his issues in private, with TMZ already all over the story. He can only hope that Deadspin doesn't come knocking at the door.

Dr. Dre Wants His Money!

Rapper/producer Dr. Dre has filed suit against the revamped DeathRow Records for unpaid royalties for the classic album "The Chronic." The producer extraordinaire is seeking damages in excess of $75,000 according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution.

Holyfield's Wife Files Protective Order!

Candi Holyfield, wife of boxer Evander Holyfield, has filed a restraining order against her husband after he allegedly hit her during a domestic dispute according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution. According to Mrs. Holyfield the dispute occurred after she questioned her husband about the heat being turned off in the house. Candi Holyfield also alleges that the abuse began 6 months into their marriage while she was pregnant with the couple's first child.

Evander Holyfield is a four time heavyweight champion who has made $200 million in earnings during his career. However, he is on his third marriage and has 11 children.

Randy Jackson Says Brother Michael Didn't Sign Will!

With the news that upon his mother Katherine's death that her proceeds from his will go to his 3 children, it was a just a matter of time before the Jackson family began to go after the money. TMZ is reporting that Randy Jackson is stating that his brother Michael Jackson couldn't have signed his will on July 7, 2002 because he was in New York protesting against then Sony chairman Tommy Mottola. Jackson is confirmed to have been in New York at the time, so there appears to be some inconsistency concerning where the will was signed. Of course family friend Rev. Al Sharpton has been consulted.

Suspending Stallworth For The Year Was The Right Thing To Do!

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell did the right thing in suspending wide receiver Donte' Stallworth for the year after Stallworth was convicted of DUI manslaughter in June. Stallworth received a 30 day sentence after reaching a financial settlement with the family of Mario Reyes, who he accidentally killed on March 14 in Miami.

Stallworth, who signed a 7 year $35 million contract with the Cleveland Browns last year deserves to lose at the minimum several million dollars of pay. Since he was already a fringe player, and will be 29 years old when he's eligible to be reinstated, Stallworth's career could be over.

Rihanna Expected To Testify Today Against Chris Brown!

Rihanna is expected to testify today against singer Chris Brown in a preliminary hearing on Brown's assault charges in Los Angeles. Requests for cameras in the court room have been denied, and Brown's request for postponement were also denied by the Supreme Court last week. It's funny that Brown has been parading around at various events as if he's not facing potential jail time. Should be interesting in the courtroom if Rihanna does indeed testify.

Donte' Stallworth Gets 30 Days In Jail For Killing Pedestrian!

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth pleaded guilty yesterday to DUI manslaughter in the March killing of pedestrian Mario Reyes. At the time Stallworth's blood alcohol level was .126 well above the legal limit. Apparently the family of Reyes urged for a quick resolution to the case. Stallworth will serve 30 days in jail, be under house arrest for 2 years and on probation for 8 years. His driving privileges have also been revoked for life. Of course Stallworth, who is 28, reached a settlement with the Reyes family, which was the right thing to do in this case. His football career should continue, although he is likely to be suspended by the league. Stallworth never denied liability in the case, although video shows that Reyes was not walking in the crosswalk at the time.

Many were comparing this case to the Michael Vick situation, but Vick's negligence was established over a period of years, and he never owned up to his involvement until the end, thus he lost everything.

Dirk's Ex Is Pregnant!

Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki's ex-fiance Cristal Taylor, who has been in a Dallas jail since May 6th after being charged with felony crimes in 2 states is indeed pregnant as she has asserted for the last week. Nowitzki has refused comment on Taylor's incarceration since she was arrested at his home earlier this month. Looks like Taylor may have finally hit the jackpot if she can overcome her legal issues. Thanks to the Dallas Morning News for the article.

Chris Pleads Not Guilty!

As expected, singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to felony charges in Los Angeles yesterday. Watching the baby faced 19 year-old walking into the court room and facing truly adult charges made me take a step back with a little sadness. Unfortunately for Chris, when you can't control emotions, very daunting consequences result from your actions. Too bad do-overs aren't allowed in this thing we call life.

Attempting To Strike A Plea!

As singer Chris Brown prepares to appear in court today, the New York Daily News reports that intense negotiations are taking place behind the scenes so that Brown can avoid a felony charge and jail time in California for allegedly assaulting Rihanna. Since the initial hearing, Brown has been seen publicly mainly in his home state of Virginia. I'm sure at some point once the legal proceedings have concluded Brown will begin to enter "salvaging career" mode.

Slow Down Andre!

Rapper Andre 3000 was arrested for driving his Porsche 109 mph in a 65 mph zone in Stockbridge, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta. Andre 3000, whose name is Andre Benjamin, please slow down and drive at least close to the speed limit.

Vick's Plan!

Michael Vick does have a plan once he's released from prison as he attempts to rebuild his life according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and in terms of coming out of bankruptcy it depends on his return to the NFL. Vick is hopeful of earning $10 million a year, and only keeping $750,000 of that with the remaining going to creditors on a sliding scale.

This plan does come with hurdles, however. Primarily Vick's NFL future is solely in the hands of Commissioner Roger Goodell, who must allow Vick to be reinstated back into the league. Perhaps upon his release from prison, Michael Vick will have a renewed sense of right and wrong and make better life decisions. Vick could take a page from a youngster, LeBron James, who was profiled on "60 Minutes" last night. James credited his mother and God with looking after him, as he's avoided the pitfalls of going down the wrong path.

Putting Vick Back Together!

Attorney Daniel Meachum has apparently taken over the lead in assisting Michael Vick in putting the pieces of his life back together. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Meachum has signed an exclusive 3 year contract to represent Vick and he made the following comment:

“My concern is helping Michael get back to his family and surround him with people like Julius Erving, Tony Dungy and Bishop T. D. Jakes. We need people around him who can help him and his family get back on the right track. I’m more interested in that than anything else.”

Vick could be released to a halfway house as early as late May. Hopefully Meachum will steer him in the right direction as he works to reclaim his life as a productive citizen.

Jayson Williams' Wife Seeks Divorce!

The New York Post reports that former NBA player Jayson Williams' wife has filed for divorce claiming physical and emotional abuse, family abandonment, adultery and substance abuse. Tanya Young Williams is also accusing her husband of threatening to kill her and faking to commit suicide among other scandalous accusations.

Williams is infamous for allegedly killing limo driver Costas "Gus" Christofi. He avoided jail time on a charge of aggravated manslaughter, but jurors at the time could not decide on a lesser charge of reckless manslaughter, although he was convicted of trying to cover up the murder. It appears that when many ex-athletes escape jail time, that they can't outrun those inner demons.

Elgin Baylor Files Suit Against Clippers Claiming Racism

Elgin Baylor is an NBA Hall of Famer and worked with the Los Angeles Clippers for 22 years before retiring last year. Yesterday Baylor filed a civil suit against the team alleging racism according to the Los Angeles Times. Baylor claims that owner Donald Sterling made the following comments regarding player negotiations and about the team:

The suit alleged NBA Commissioner David Stern was present when Sterling allegedly said of Manning, "I'm offering a lot of money for a poor black kid." That tone was echoed in another alleged incident in which Baylor claimed Sterling told him that "he [Sterling] wanted the Clippers team to be composed of 'poor black boys from the South' and a white head coach."

During Baylor's tenure, the Clippers made the postseason only 3 times and made some truly horrendous draft picks. This suit clearly appears to be about money as Baylor contends that his salary was capped at $350,000 since 2003, while the Clippers gave Mike Dunleavy, who is equally incompetent, a 4 year contract for $22 million.