The Cleveland Browns announced on Sunday that they had suspended offensive line coach Andy Moeller indefinitely. While the news was unexpected, it wasn't entirely surprising considering Moeller's history of team and league violations. Moeller was also suspended in 2011 when he was a member of the Baltimore Ravens for driving under the influence. He ultimately lost two games of work and $47,000. It seems, according to a report from Mike Garafolo of Fox Sports, that Moeller's latest suspension comes as a result of an assault investigation.
The Browns' statement regarding Moeller's suspension was brief and vague.
"Over the weekend, Andy was involved in an incident, involving allegations that we take very seriously," the Browns said in a statement. "We have followed our internal protocol, determining that right now it is best for the team and for Andy to take time away from the organization to focus on his personal matters. We are going to respect the process of investigation on this personal matter and will have no further comment at this time."
While it's not fair to speculate about what led to Moeller's latest suspension, allegations that the franchise takes "very seriously" could potentially indicate that Moeller is facing something more severe, even than another DUI.
Moeller was sentenced to two years of probation, ordered to abstain from alcohol and must subject himself to random drug and alcohol testing after his DUI arrest in 2011, according to the National Football Post.
