Colts WR Allen faces 3-game suspension after DUI
Colts WR Keenan Allen faces minimum 3-game suspension after August drunk-driving arrest, will play Sunday against Chiefs
The update
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen is facing a minimum three-game suspension following his August 30 drunk-driving arrest. The 34-year-old veteran was charged with two misdemeanors: operating a vehicle with an alcohol concentration equivalent to 0.15 or more and operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Allen registered a .224 blood-alcohol level during his arrest, nearly triple the legal limit of .08.
Why it matters
The suspension could significantly impact the Colts’ offense just weeks into the season. Allen, a six-time Pro Bowler, signed a one-year deal with the Colts last month and caught all six of his targets for 32 yards in Week 1. His absence would force the team to adjust its offensive strategy and potentially rely less on veteran receiving production.
What to watch
Allen is expected to play in Sunday night’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs despite the looming suspension. The NFL is reportedly waiting for his legal proceedings to conclude before issuing the suspension, with the next step being an attorney conference on Oct. 26. This could mean the suspension might not begin until Week 8 at the earliest.
Sources
- Yahoo Sports — details about charges and potential suspension timeline
- cbssports.com — confirmation of blood alcohol level and legal proceedings
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