A convicted steroids dealer claims he sold steroids and human growth hormone to NFL offensive lineman Matt Lehr , according to a report published Sunday in the Dallas Morning News. David Jacobs also told the newspaper that Lehr, who played four seasons for the Dallas Cowboys before moving on to the Atlanta Falcons, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and now the New Orleans Saints, used a hair-loss-prevention drug that can mask steroid use. Authorities are investigating allegations that Lehr distributed steroids — possibly to other NFL players — but he hasn’t been charged with a crime. The Central Florida running back was chosen atop the third round of the draft after the Lions traded up two spots with the Miami Dolphins for the privilege of beginning the second day by grabbing Smith. The New York Giants took Michigan receiver Mario Manningham in the third round, but Wolverines running back Mike Hart had to wait until the sixth round to be taken by the Indianapolis Colts. Minnesota safety Dominique Barber , the younger brother of Cowboys running back Marion Barber , went to the Houston Texans in the sixth round. read more

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