Whisked Out of Jail, and Back to N. F. L.

The article discusses a domestic violence case involving Phillip Merling, a defensive end for the Miami Dolphins National Football League (N.F.L.) team, and his former fiancé Kristen Lennon, highlighting the case's implications in terms the N.F.L.'s relationship with local law enforcement agencies. Topics addressed include allegations of preferential treatment for Merling, as well as the relationships between police officers and security officials for N.F.L. teams.