Is Fargas next to get caught in the (pot) smoke?
David White, Chronicle Staff Writer
Thursday, February 5, 2009
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(02-05) 18:03 PST -- Raiders running back Justin Fargas made a cameo appearance in an online video clip that's promoting a marijuana-smoking contest, but it is unclear if he'll face any disciplinary action from the team or league.
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The profanity-filled video, first reported by
profootballtalk.com Thursday, features Oakland rapper Yukmouth, who briefly visits Fargas' house carrying what appears to be a large, unlit joint and plastic bag of marijuana.
Fargas, who has his own rap career under the name "Young Hugg," was not seen smoking or holding any drug paraphernalia in his brief appearance. He addressed the rapper for a few seconds before the video shot moved to a different site.
Still, his appearance in a video that advertises a marijuana "Smoke-A-Thon" could draw a concerned call from the NFL offices.
A team spokesman declined comment. The league office does not discuss or confirm investigations of potential player misconduct.
A 1,000-yard rusher in 2007, Fargas has two years remaining on his contract. He is due $2.5 million plus a $1 million roster bonus next season with a salary cap charge of $5.298 million.
Fargas rushed for 853 yards last season and was named co-winner of the team's Commitment to Excellence award. The award is voted on by teammates and goes to the player who "best exemplifies the pride, poise and spirit of the Oakland Raiders," according to the team Web site.
Fargas could not be reached for comment.
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