SPORTS WITH FONZ: MAURICE CLARETT BACK ON THE GRIDIRION!!!

Since Maurice Clarett has been released from prison.  He's been flying upon his release he enrolled back into Ohio State, and just landed a 1 year deal with the UFL with the Omaha Nighthawks. 

Clarett met Monday with team officials and UFL commissioner Michael Huyghue, who gave his blessing.  Clarett was expected to be on the practice field Monday night for his first football activity since he was a bust with the Denver Broncos and spent 3½ years in prison for having a hidden gun and holding up two people outside a Columbus, Ohio, bar, in 2006.

"I am humbled by the opportunity the Omaha Nighthawks have given me and will dedicate myself on and off the field to prove that I can be a valuable member of the team and the Omaha community," Clarett said in a statement. "I am committed to working hard to earn the right for a second chance in football and more importantly in life." 

Along with this secound chance blessing former coach, Jim Tressel gave his support to his former star running back.  In addition to former NFL running back Ahman Green offered to serve as a mentor.

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