Is playing some basketball in the offseason really considered objectionable? I don’t consider it any more inherently hazardous than any other conditioning activity.
His contract probably says he is not supposed to play contact sports in the offseason because of the risk of injury. This has happened before.
I keep hoping for a new NFL offseason thread I can subscribe to, but so far no joy. Anyone feeling more motivated than me to start one?
Ask and ye shall receive.