Benglas WR Jerome Simpson indicted on drug charge

Four months after marijuana was delivered to Jerome Simpson’s home, the Bengals wide receiver was indicted on a drug charge Thursday in Kenton County.

Simpson was indicted on one count of trafficking marijuana in excess of eight ounces. Prosecutors have requested Simpson be served a summons to appear in Kenton Circuit Court. His arraignment is scheduled for Jan. 30. The charge is punishable by one to five years in prison.

Fantasy Impact: 

This certainly puts a damper on Simpson's long-term (and short-term) fantasy prospects. We'll have to let the legal process run its course to know the real implications. Simpson's 2012 season is certainly in doubt.

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