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Vikings' Felton apologizes for DUI arrest

An apology today from Vikings fullback Jerome Felton, who was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving over the weekend. Felton told the Associated Press he “regretted bringing some negative attention” to the team. Coach Leslie Frazier said he was “extremely disappointed” when he heard of the arrest.
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An apology today from Vikings fullback Jerome Felton, who was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving over the weekend. Felton told the Associated Press he “regretted bringing some negative attention” to the team. Coach Leslie Frazier said he was “extremely disappointed” when he heard of the arrest.

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