OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Suspended Oakland Raiders linebacker Aldon Smith plans to return to football in two weeks, optimistic the NFL will grant his wish.
“Hopefully, soon,” he said Thursday night of being allowed back in the league.
The menacing pass rusher applied for reinstatement from the NFL late last month, asking Commissioner Roger Goodell to let him play again when his yearlong suspension is over Nov. 17 for violating the league’s substance abuse policy.
Smith looked fit, strong and was in great spirits while attending the Oklahoma City-Warriors NBA game from a baseline courtside seat Thursday night.
“I’ll be back in two weeks, you can ask me all the questions then,” he said with a smile.