John Lynch: Reuben Foster out if charges proven true
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The San Francisco 49ers are electing to allow the judicial process to
play out before deciding on the future of linebacker Reuben Foster.
Speaking to the media on Monday, general manager John Lynch noted that
the "gravity" of the charges is not lost on the organization.
Foster is facing three felonies stemming from an alleged attack on his
girlfriend -- domestic violence with an allegation that he inflicted
great bodily harm; forcefully attempting to prevent a victim from
reporting a crime; and possession of an assault weapon.
Lynch said if the charges are proven true, "he won't be a part of this
organization going forward," per NFL Network's Jim Trotter.
Lynch says decision on Foster will be based on both information
that comes out as case progresses as well as the final outcome of the
case. Keeps stressing that the organization needs more information.
ā?? Jim Trotter (@JimTrotter_NFL) April 23, 2018
The 49ers are allowing due process to run its course with the 2017
first-round linebacker a year after cutting ties with corner Tramaine
Brock immediately following a domestic violence arrest. Charges on
Brock were later dropped, and he was cleared by the NFL.
On Monday, Lynch confirmed that Foster will continue to be kept away
from Niners offseason workouts. The team is working with the young
linebacker to create a structure away from the facility, the GM added.
In addition to the criminal charges, Foster is subject to potential
NFL discipline under the league's personal conduct policy, which
mandates a six-game suspension for a first-time domestic violence
offense.