Greg Hardy says he needs to focus on legal matters . Hardy was convicted by a judge in July of misdemeanor assault in a domestic violence case . The Broncos ' defensive coordinator will take leave as he prepares for a jury trial . Authorities allege Hardy assaulted , threatened to kill his then - girlfriend .
Greg Hardy says he needs to focus on legal defense . Hardy was convicted by a judge in July of misdemeanor charges in a domestic violence case . The Panthers ' defensive star will take leave as he prepares for a jury trial . Authorities allege Hardy assaulted , threatened to kill his then-girlfriend .