Hunt admitted he'd fail NFL drug test during traffic stop

Video has emerged of Kareem Hunt being stopped by a police officer Friday, following which he was cited for a traffic violation.

(Video courtesy: TMZ)

The Cleveland Browns running back told the officer he'd fail an NFL drug test if administered one following their encounter.

"I mean, yes, sir (I would fail a drug test)," Hunt said. "It's the offseason. Sorry, I was having a good time."

"Small amounts of marijuana" were found in Hunt's car, but he wasn't charged with any drug offenses, according to the police report. An open container of vodka was also discovered.

The officer, who said he was a Browns fan, scolded Hunt for his decision and noted the running back was given a second chance by the NFL.

"You had a good second part of the year," he said. "You don't want to screw that up over some weed."

He added: "Look at the (Baltimore) Ravens running back - what happened to him? (Ray) Rice. I mean, dude, I'm shocked that you got a second chance."

The tailback was emotional during the conversation, conceding it was difficult to not be playing for his former club, the Kansas City Chiefs, in the Super Bowl.

The Browns released a statement shortly after Friday's news surfaced to say they were "aware and looking into" the situation.

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