Hardy Speaks Out

Buffalo's second-round pick, James Hardy, reportedly got into a fight with his father and pulled a gun on him last weekend. Today he issued this statement...

James Hardy released the following statement regarding the altercation with his father last weekend. He said the situation was exaggerated.

"I realize what the public perception could be pertaining to this incident, however that was not the reality of the situation. 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 is expected to attend Buffalo's OTAs, starting Monday.