Ex-Alabama Player Pleads Guilty In $20 Million NFL Identity Fraud
An ex-Alabama college football player pleaded guilty Tuesday, April 28, 2026, to charges tied to what prosecutors call a $20 million NFL identity fraud scheme, OutKick reported. (foxnews.com)
The former University of Alabama national champion admitted his role during a plea hearing, prosecutors said, and authorities say he used disguises to avoid detection, including wigs reported in coverage of the case. (foxnews.com)
The episode traces back to an investigation of an alleged identity-fraud ring that targeted NFL-related payments and contracts, with reported losses totaling about $20 million, according to the reporting. (foxnews.com)
He pleaded guilty the same day the story broke and now faces criminal penalties; prosecutors have not yet publicly announced a sentencing date or the plea agreement details. (foxnews.com)
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- On Monday, April 27, 2026, Luther Davis and CJ Evins pleaded guilty in federal court in Atlanta.
- Both defendants admitted to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
- Prosecutors say the scheme obtained about $20 million in fraudulent loans using fake accounts and impersonated NFL players.
- Davis wore wigs, makeup and other disguises on 2024 video calls to pose as three different NFL players.
- Fraud proceeds were allegedly spent on real estate, jewelry and cars before union security uncovered fake contracts.
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