Koren Robinson Reinstated
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by Cheezer
Suspended Packers wide receiver Koren Robinson has been re-instated by the NFL.
Packers General Manager Ted Thompson stated today, "The league has informed us that Koren Robinson has been reinstated, effective Thursday, October 18, 2007. We understand and appreciate the Commissioner's consideration in this matter. It's been a year since we've seen Koren, so our first step is to have him return to Green Bay. The Packers will request a roster exemption, during which time we would see where Koren is at in terms of football shape. We are aware how difficult this past year has been for Koren, but the Packers are grateful for the progress he's made, as evidenced by this reinstatement."
Robinson plans to fly to Green Bay Wednesday night.
Robinson's suspension is due to an incident, in August 2006, that occurred while he was playing for the Minnesota Vikings. Police said Robinson led them on a car chase at speeds over 100 mph and his blood-alcohol content was found to be 0.11, above the legal limit of 0.08.
At this point, the Vikings cut Robinson, and he signed a two-year contract with the Packers in September 2006. He played in only four games before he was suspended.
