SAN JOSE, Cali. (AP) — Denver Broncos practice squad safety Ryan Murphy was sent home after being questioned by authorities during a prostitution sting in San Jose.
Santa Clara County Sheriff's Sgt. James Jensen says the 23-year-old Murphy was detained and questioned Tuesday and released after investigators determined he was not involved in any criminal activities.
Broncos head coach Gary Kubiak announced in a statement released later Tuesday that Murphy would be sent back to Denver because it would be best for the team to prepare for Super Bowl 50 without him.
The Broncos are staying in Santa Clara in preparation for Super Bowl 50 on Sunday, when they will face the Carolina Panthers.
The San Jose Mercury News reports the Panthers, who are staying in downtown San Jose, have a self-imposed a midnight curfew.
Panthers stories:
- STORY: 2 young players critical to Panthers powerhouse offense
- STORY: South End chef represents Panthers at Taste of NFL
- STORY: Steph Curry to cheer on Super Bowl Panthers in person
- STORY: Newton to Oher: 'I need you' to play in Carolina
- STORY: Expert: Davis should be able to play Sunday
- STORY: Mecklenburg Co. commissioners to create "One Carolina Day"
- STORY: Panthers, Broncos meet reporters at SB50 media circus
- STORY: WSOC-TV to air 'Panthers Pride' specials all week
- STORY: Businesses post signs in support of Panthers
Panthers slideshows:
- IMAGES: Cam Newton, Ron Rivera speak about Super Bowl experience
- IMAGES: Behind the Scenes: 'The Dan Patrick Show' and 'The Rich Eisen Show'
- IMAGES: IMAGES: Levi's Stadium site of Super Bowl 50
- IMAGES: Signs supporting Carolina Panthers around the area
- IMAGES: IMAGES: Big personalities highlight Super Bowl 50 media day
- IMAGES: Food industry shows off its Panthers Pride
Panthers poll page:
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