Some people have to learn the hard way. Some people don't learn at all. Kiko Alonso has had his second run in with the law in as many off seasons as he was arrested Saturday afternoon, a mere hours after a strong performance in Oregon's spring game. Alonso provided several solid moments in the spring game and was next in line to take over for the Philadelphia bound Casey Matthews.
Alonso, who said he felt mentally "Good" after the spring game was found by police in an unidentified woman's house; in her bed. The junior linebacker was arrested and charged with burglary, criminal mischief and criminal trespass. Initial reports state that Alonso was not tested for presence of intoxicants in his system and they do not believe intoxicants played a part in the incident. Originally, Alonso was not co operative but eventually gave himself over to police without incident.
The reason the lack of intoxicants is part of this story is that Alonso missed the entire 2010 season when he was arrested for DUII. But does that really matter at this point? He has already been suspended indefinitely and I would imagine he will not have a place on the team when all is said and done. He was given a second chance by coach Kelly who was "Really, really, really disappointed" when interviewed by John Canzano on the Bold Faced Truth.
Kelly has shown himself to be one not to rush into a decision until he receives all the facts, but you have to wonder if coach Kelly will be as willing to keep Alonso on the team, especially after a second offense. I would imagine not. AS the old adage goes "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me." Kiko was given another chance when he really didn't deserve one. As Kelly stated, as far as arrests go, one is too many.
Playing football is a privilege and Alonso has shown on two separate occasions that he doesn't deserve the right to wear the O on his helmet. I don't harbor any ill will for Kiko, but he was handed a scholarship at a solid school and given the opportunity to even make it to the next level and follow in Matthews footsteps. I don't understand how someone, regardless of their upbringing would jeopardize the advantages provided to them.
Kiko, keep your nose clean wherever you end up. If nothing else, I hear Ole Miss needs a new linebacker.
Right on the money,
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