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Henry Ruggs III Trains for Potential NFL Comeback While Serving Prison Sentence

The former Raiders wide receiver, incarcerated for a fatal 2021 DUI crash, remains in contact with Josh Jacobs and is reportedly preparing for a possible return upon parole eligibility in 2026.

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Overview

  • Henry Ruggs III is serving a three-to-ten-year prison sentence for a 2021 DUI crash that killed Tina Tintor and her dog in Las Vegas.
  • While incarcerated, Ruggs is staying in playing shape, with reports indicating he is training regularly to remain NFL-ready.
  • Former teammate Josh Jacobs revealed on 'The Pivot Podcast' that Ruggs remains positive and has expressed interest in resuming his football career.
  • Jacobs stated that some NFL teams have shown tentative interest in giving Ruggs a second chance if he is released on parole in August 2026.
  • The Raiders released Ruggs the same day as the crash, which occurred after he drove at 156 mph with a blood alcohol level of 0.16%.