Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says former San Francisco 49ers and Jacksonville Jaguars fullback Bruce Miller sent him what he called a 'threatening' message on Twitter.
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California says former San Francisco 49ers and Jacksonville Jaguars fullback Bruce Miller sent him what he called a"threatening" message on Twitter. Wednesday of a direct message purportedly sent by Miller that read:"Almost time!!! Would you rather Guantanamo or just execution," followed by a series of laughing emojies.
for the alleged assault of a 70-year-old man and his 29-year-old son, CBS Bay Area says. The charges were later dropped. after being accused of throwing and smashing his ex-fiancée's cell phone during an argument at a hotel, according to CBS Bay Area. Swalwell, whose district encompasses part of the Bay Area, said Thursday that the 49ers had"reached out to me this afternoon regarding this threat from a former player. As a lifelong member of 'The Faithful,' I appreciate them sharing their concern."
After being out of football for several years, Miller signed a one-year contract with the Jaguars in 2020 and appeared in eight games, but hasn't played in the NFL since that season.
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