Clyde 'Peter' Hall, a former player for the New York Giants in the early 1960s, was recently sentenced to five years in prison by Federal Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil. This decision came after Hall accepted a plea deal and confessed to attempting to sell fentanyl-laced drugs in New York City. The prosecution revealed that Hall had tried to sell the drugs to an informant cooperating with the Drug Enforcement Administration.
At 85 years old, Hall expressed remorse in court, apologizing to his family for letting them down and acknowledging his wrongdoing. He had previously been serving time for financial fraud crimes but was granted a 'compassionate release' when the attempted drug sale occurred.
Prosecutors argued for a harsher sentence, citing Hall's criminal history and his quick return to criminal activities after his release from prison. Evidence suggested that Hall had planned to sell six kilograms of fentanyl, with the potential to sell up to 11 kilograms based on what was found in his apartment.
During his plea for leniency, Hall mentioned his age and reflected on the importance of family and relationships in his life. He expressed regret over not spending enough time with his loved ones, especially in recent years.
Prior to accepting the plea deal, Hall faced the possibility of a life sentence but admitted to the lesser charge of intending to distribute 40 grams of a controlled substance containing fentanyl.
His attorney, Jason Goldman, expressed gratitude for the minimum sentence, emphasizing Hall's age and the importance of allowing him to spend his final years with family rather than behind bars.
Hall's NFL career with the Giants was brief, culminating in two receptions for 22 yards during his lone season with the team.
