Packers Running Back Busted For Marijuana: Police

GREEN BAY, WI — The news for Packers fans just seems to go from bad to worse this season.

A day after the Packers lost 23-0 at home to the Baltimore Ravens, it was reported that erstwhile starting running back Aaron Jones has been arrested for speeding and marijuana possession in Brown County.

According to Packersnews.com, Jones, 22, was pulled over for speeding on Highway 172 in Ashwaubenon just before midnight on Oct. 1 for driving 79 miles per hour in a 55 mile-per-hour zone.

The report continues, saying the officer who conducted the traffic stop saw that Jones' eyes were bloodshot, and also smelled marijuana coming from his car.

Jones pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. His next court appearance is scheduled for Feb. 1 - after the NFL season likely ends for the Packers.

Jones had been a bright spot for the Packers this season. He was carted off the field with a knee injury in the first half of Green Bay's 23-16 victory in Chicago. Jones capably picked up rushing duties this season after the rookie and fifth-round draft pick notched two 100-yard rushing games after being pressed into service for an injured Ty Montgomery in week five.

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