Detroit Lions president Tom Lewand could be subject to discipline, including a fine and a suspension, by the NFL following his weekend arrest on suspicion of drunken driving. But his job with the team appears secure with owner William Clay Ford.
The Lions released a statement tonight in which Ford said Lewand had "all my support" and he would continue to "positively lead our organization."
Lewand, 41, was arrested Friday night in Roscommon County, Mich., while in the area for a charity golf event hosted by a former Lion. Lewand, who has spent 16 years with the Lions, oversees the team's day-to-day operations and reports to Ford.
NFL spokesman Greg Aiello confirmed Sunday that Lewand is subject to the league's personal conduct policy that commissioner Roger Goodell has consistently said will hold all league employees to high standards of conduct.
Ford said he wants to help Lewand move forward.
"Tom made a very serious mistake and he appropriately owned up to that mistake," Ford said. "As he continues to seek professional assistance for this problem, the Lions will support and help him in any way possible.
"I continue to have full confidence that Tom will positively lead our organization as he has since assuming his current role of team president. He has all my support."
"I am deeply sorry for my actions and take full responsibility for them. As a person in active recovery, I am committed to taking all necessary steps to ensure nothing like this ever happens again." Lewand said in a statement released Saturday night
Roscommon County sheriff's officials have declined to comment on the case and have not released the police report. Lions spokesman Bill Keenist confirmed the incident occurred, said Lewand was released from police custody but did not supply additional details.
For further information, please visit your Roscommon County DUI Attorney.
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