CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Carolina Panthers just announced that Greg Hardy is taking voluntary paid leave of absence from the team. Β
Hardy was found guilty in July for assaulting and threatening his ex-girlfriend in Uptown Charlotte. Β Hardy has since appealed the conviction and is awaiting a jury trial that is set to begin on November 17th. Β If he is found guilty, he faces up to 2 months in jail and probation. Β
Also announced Wednesday, the Minnesota Vikings said that they were placing star running back Adrian Peterson on the exempt list until his child abuse case goes through the court process. Β
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