League says no decision yet on investigation of Manziel
The NFL’s investigation into Johnny Manziel’s recent domestic incident remains open.
Spokesman Brian McCarthy said on Thursday that “no decision has been made” on the Cleveland Browns quarterback, who is facing a fine or suspension from the league if he broke its personal conduct policy during an Oct. 12 argument with his girlfriend. Colleen Crowley told police that Manziel hit her when the couple quarreled in his car.
Manziel was interviewed on Wednesday night by NFL senior adviser Lisa Friel, a former New York prosecutor who handles many of the league’s off-field matters. Manziel was represented by an official from the players union.
Browns coach Mike Pettine said the team expects the matter to be resolved soon, but maybe not before Sunday, when Cleveland plays host to the Arizona Cardinals.
The Browns are eager to hear if Manziel will be available because there’s a chance he might start; Josh McCown is nursing a sore right shoulder and ribs. Manziel continued to take the majority of snaps with the starting offense, with McCown limited in practice.
Offensive tackle Joe Thomas anticipates McCown being ready.
“Until you tell me he won’t be out there, I’d expect him to be out there,” Thomas said.
Notable
Injured Dallas Cowboys running back Joseph Randle is facing a suspension for a violation of the NFL’s personal conduct policy in the offseason and could be out of the lineup for multiple games.
Coach Jason Garrett ruled Randle out for Sunday.
San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis denied a published report that he and offensive tackle Joe Staley had a verbal altercation after he reportedly called out quarterback Colin Kaepernick in a players-only meeting earlier this month.