Former NFL Safety Darren Sharper Transferred Closer to Release from Federal Prison
Darren Sharper, a former NFL safety, has been transferred from federal prison to either home confinement or a halfway house as he moves closer to his release. Sharper, who played for teams including the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, and New Orleans Saints, was sentenced to 18 years in prison in 2016 after pleading guilty or no contest to multiple charges of rape. The charges involved incidents in Louisiana, California, Nevada, and Arizona. Sharper's transfer occurred on May 27, and he is currently scheduled for release on December 27, 2028. A previous motion for early release, citing the need for treatment for traumatic brain injuries and probable chronic traumatic encephalopathy, was denied in August 2025. 
