Darren Sharper transferred from federal prison closer to release
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Darren Sharper, former NFL safety, was transferred from federal prison on May 27, 2026, potentially moving to home confinement or a halfway house. Sharper, 50, pleaded guilty or no contest to multiple rape charges a decade ago and is currently due for release on December 27, 2028, having served part of his 18-year sentence. A court filing for his early release citing treatment for brain injuries was denied in August 2025. His legal troubles stem from allegations involving multiple women across several states.
- •Sharper was sentenced to 18 years in 2016 for multiple rape charges.
- •He played for the Packers, Vikings, and Saints during his NFL career.
- •Sharper's legal issues involved allegations in Louisiana, California, Nevada, and Arizona.
- •His early release request for medical treatment was denied in August 2025.
- •He must currently remain incarcerated until at least December 2028.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Darren Shaper is transferred from federal prison
"Former NFL safety Darren Sharper, who pleaded guilty or no contest a decade ago to multiple charges of rape, is moving closer to being released from custody.
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