An offensive tackle from a small Division II Christian school, Tony Washington went to Indianapolis virtually unknown.
After top performances at the NFL Combine, the Abilene Christian standout has seen his draft stock climb as high as the second round. But he bears the burden of a troubled past - one that's causing some NFL teams to think twice.
Washington is a registered sex offender.
Until now, he has not publicly addressed the specifics of his situation, but in a statement provided exclusively to SportsFanLive.com, he confirmed what is likely to haunt him for the rest of his life.
"I made a mistake at the age of 16, and for that, I am deeply sorry," Washington said. "I will not try and excuse or justify anything. I have worked extremely hard to do everything right so that I might have an opportunity to give back. I only hope that someone in the NFL will give me the same opportunity that Abilene Christian and Trinity Valley gave me."
Source: SportsFanLive | Jenna Laine
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Let this young man play in the NFL. Remember what
the Lord said: " Let him who is without sin, cast
the first stone." All of us have sinned. This young
man should be worthy of redemption. Rally around
him. Help him.
Let this young man play in the NFL. Remember what
the Lord said: " Let him who is without sin, cast
the first stone." All of us have sinned. This young
man should be worthy of redemption. Rally around
him. Help him.