Buffalo Bills 2nd-round pick James Hardy released a statement apologizing for an incident in Indiana over the weekend. According to a police report in Fort Wayne, Hardy allegedly fought with his father and pulled out a gun. No charges are expected to be filed.
Wednesday, Hardy released the following statement regarding this situation:
"I realize what the public perception could be pertaining to this incident, however that was not the reality of the situation," said Hardy. "This situation that has been blown out of proportion has been very hurtful and frustrating for me and my father. There was a misunderstanding and a misinterpretation of the situation. I would like to first apologize to the fans of Buffalo and the Bills organization for any distractions this may have caused.
"I would also like to apologize to my fans in Indiana and the children who look up to me because it has been hard on me and I know it's been equally hard on them to hear something of this nature. I do understand that this opportunity with me being drafted by the Buffalo Bills is a blessing and a privilege and not a right. So I ask that my fans just continue to keep me in your prayers and I will continue to strive to be the best I can be on and off the field."
Hardy and the Bills are due back in Orchard Park Monday for Organized Team Activities.
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