Judge OKs drug program for WR Jones

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- A judge allowed Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones to enter a drug treatment program Monday after the player was arrested on a cocaine charge earlier this year in his old college town.

The decision by Washington County Circuit Judge Mary Ann Gunn means the former Arkansas quarterback could have the charge dismissed if he completes the treatment.

Jones was arrested July 10 when a Fayetteville police officer saw him inside a car allegedly cutting up cocaine with a credit card.

Jones still could be suspended by the NFL under a code of conduct that covers players. The league did not comment immediately following the court hearing.

Prior to the court hearing, prosecutors had said the felony charge would be dismissed if Jones successfully completes the drug treatment program. Typically, the program includes a 9- to 12-month intervention program that includes group therapy and 30 hours of community service.

Gunn has said it was not likely that Jones would have to move back to Arkansas to take part in the program -- if the NFL allows him to continue playing. She also said Jones must comply with the NFL's anti-substance abuse program and the league's drug-testing regimen.