Last month, New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis was charged with four felonies and a misdemeanor, stemming from an incident that occurred a few days prior in Pittsburgh.
According to officials, Revis got into an altercation with two men over a cell phone recording, ultimately resulting in both men being laid out.. Although the cops were able to identify the Baller from footage captured, his recollection of the incident was a little different. Revisā lawyer said his client was the victim in the situation.
One month later, Revis has been cleared of all charges pertaining to that incident. Revisā friend, Rashawn Bolton, stood before the judge to explain what really happened on the night of the alleged assault. Bolton testified that he was the man responsible for knocking the two men out, only after he witnessed their initial attack on Revis. He also told the judge that it was his voice on the video obtained and released by TMZ.
āDarrelle Revis is a peaceful, quiet, private individual and a law-abiding citizen,ā Revisā attorney told reporters. āA neutral, detached, disinterested judge determined that there isnāt even probable cause for this case to warrant further trial consideration.ā
His lawyer continued, āThere is no reason these charges should have been brought.ā
With the legal issues behind him, Revis is ready to get back to business. However, tThe situation is still under investigation as part of the leagueās personal conduct policy, Ā since hisĀ name was wrapped up in a physical altercation in the first place.
āThe hunger is definitely there,ā Revis told NFL Networkās Aditi Kinkhabwala. āItās just passion and love for the game. Iām excited for this season to start. ā¦I can focus on what team I can fit with and the best system.ā
You may recall, Revis was released by the Jets about two weeks ago. The teamās coach, Todd Bowles, says his release had nothing to do with his lingering legal issues.