The NFL news cycle has featured plenty of off-the-field storylines this offseason. The Kansas City Chiefs in particular have been the subject of a handful of these stories. Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs is the latest player to face legal troubles.
According to reporting by Patch News, the former Alabama player has been accused of animal cruelty in Tuscaloosa. Tuscaloosa Patch acquired civil documents that were filed today in Tuscaloosa County District Court.
Everything started when Tuscaloosa Police Department received a call about two dogs being left out on a back porch at a property Buggs was renting. Upon inspection, officers and animal control found two dogs that were living in severe conditions that included no access to food or water. The animals were seized on March 28th and were “malnourished, emaciated and neglected.”
The residence reportedly appeared abandoned at the time.
The house in question is owned by Omega Reality Group but was being rented out to Buggs. Police have also confirmed that Buggs’ lease was terminated on April 15th due to owing more than $3,000 in back rent.
Police tried to reach Buggs on March 28th but were unsuccessful. Two misdemeanor warrants have since been obtained. Therefore, Buggs is expected to face misdemeanor criminal charges in the case.
Isaiah Buggs was a prominent player on Alabama’s 2018 national championship team. He has bounced around to multiple teams throughout his NFL career. His career was revived a few years ago with the Detroit Lions, where he eventually earned a two-year contract extension.
Buggs was eventually cut in Detroit but ended up on the Chiefs practice squad last season and was on the team for their Super Bowl run.
He signed a reserve/futures contract with the Chiefs earlier this offseason.
