Former Buffalo Bills punter Matt Araiza has his first NFL opportunity since he was cut after being accused of rape. The 23-year-old is working out for the Jets Wednesday, his agent told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
This month, the San Diego District Attorney’s Office announced Araiza would not be charged with any crime. The office said sexual assault experts, district attorney prosecutors and investigators all analyzed evidence in the case, which included 35 witnesses, DNA results and 10 search warrants.. Ariaza has said that any sexual contact with the girl was consensual, and he thought she was 18 years old.
The girl and her legal representation stand by the accusation and are still pursuing a civil case against him."This case is going to trial, and we'll force Araiza to talk," the girl's attorney said iUpon being cleared of the criminal case, Araiza said he was excited to continue his NFL career, via aIf things go well with the Jets, Araiza still might not get the immediate starter title he briefly boasted with the Bills.
If Wednesday’s workout doesn't lead to Araiza's signing, it's unclear how many other teams will decide to give him a shot with the looming civil case.
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