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Davie, Fla. • Miami Dolphins reserve defensive lineman Derrick Shelby was suspended indefinitely in the wake of his arrest on misdemeanor charges of resisting arrest and trespassing at a nightclub.
Shelby was suspended hours before Monday's practice for conduct detrimental to the team. Coach Joe Philbin said he talked with Shelby, and said the Dolphins will gather more information before making a final determination on disciplinary action.
According to a Fort Lauderdale police report, nightclub security said Shelby was touching women without their permission early Saturday. Shelby appeared intoxicated, was ordered to leave several times by an officer and refused, the report said.
When officers tried to place Shelby in custody, he pushed away and took an aggressive fighting stance. He was placed on the ground and continued to resist, and officers used a Taser three times before he was subdued.
A mug shot showed Shelby with a swollen lower lip and a bruise on his cheek. He was released from jail on a $100 bond, and his attorney said Shelby is innocent.
"We were disappointed to learn about Derrick's arrest," Philbin said in a statement. "Everyone in this organization is held to high standards of conduct and professionalism."
The Dolphins had a bye last weekend, and players were off Thursday through Sunday. Miami plays Green Bay on Sunday.
Shelby, a third-year veteran, has played in all four games as a reserve this season.