Kansas City Chiefs’ defensive end Frank Clark pleaded not guilty to two counts of possession of an assault weapon.
The first count occurred in Los Angeles in March when Clark and another man were driving a vehicle without a proper vehicle license plate. Police pulled the car over and noticed a weapon stored in a bag in the back seat. During the traffic stop, police also discovered two loaded guns in the vehicle. Clark was arrested and released following posting a $35,000 bail.
The second count of illegal possession of a firearm, also taking place in LA, stems from a similar incident in June. Clark was pulled over for a vehicle code violation, and the officers spotted an Uzi firearm visible from an open duffle bag in Clark’s Lamborghini SUV. Again, Clark was arrested and posted bail. Alex Spiro, Clark’s attorney, asserted the concealed weapon police found belonged to Clark’s bodyguard.
The two-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champ is scheduled to appear back in court on Monday, January 17, for a preliminary hearing. Usually, that date would be the day after NFL Wild Card weekend. However, the league scheduled two Wild Card games on Saturday, three on Sunday, and a final match on Monday this season. The Chiefs have started the season 2-2 but remain favorites to make a playoff run again this year. A Monday night Wild Card game for Kansas City would pose a severe scheduling conflict for the star defensive end.
This season, Frank Clark has participated in just a single game for Kansas City and missed the other three contests due to a hamstring injury. The Chief’s run defense has certainly put Clark’s absence on display. Kansas City is currently allowing 146 rushing yards per game, good for third-worst in the league. Clark was limited in practice last week before sitting against the Eagles, so it’s hopeful he’ll be game-ready soon and help bolster the Chief’s defensive line.
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