http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/14/us/nfl...ce-greg-hardy/


(CNN) -- Carolina Panthers defensive end Greg Hardy, who was convicted of domestic violence this summer, won't play Sunday against the Detroit Lions after being placed on the inactive list, the team announced Sunday on Twitter.

The news comes amid increased focus on the National Football League and the way it handles players accused of domestic violence.

Until the team's surprising announcement just before game time, Hardy was set to play Sunday, while Ray Rice, recently released by the Baltimore Ravens, and Minnesota Vikings star Adrian Peterson won't.