"I cheated the program": Adam 'Pacman' Jones admits to Deion Sanders how he outsmarted NFL drug tests without using his own urine

Adam 'Pacman' Jones, the former NFL cornerback has made a startling admission during his recent appearance on Deion Sanders’ Tubi show We Got Time Today. While discussing drug testing in the league, Jones disclosed that despite his frequent use of marijuana during his playing days, he never once failed a test. His secret? He openly admitted, "I cheated the program. Like, I was really good. People don’t know how smart I am, but like, I can say it now. I don’t play no more. But like, I’ve never used my (urine) for a (urine) test. Not one time."

Jones’ statement raised eyebrows, particularly when Sanders suggested that in today’s NFL, such deception would no longer be feasible. Drug testing protocols have tightened over the years, with sample collectors now physically present to ensure compliance. However, Jones remained adamant that avoiding detection is still possible. "It can happen if you know what you’re doing," he responded. "Don’t say it can’t happen, Pop."

Sanders, who played in the league during a different era, challenged Jones’ claim, emphasizing that the current testing methods make it nearly impossible to cheat. "The reason it can’t [happen now] because they go in there [the bathroom] with you right now ... They go in there and watch you pull out." Despite Sanders’ explanation, Jones simply responded, "You still can get 'em."
While Jones seemed eager to elaborate on how he circumvented the league’s drug policy, Sanders quickly shut down the conversation, preventing any further details from being revealed. It was clear that Jones, now retired, had no qualms about discussing his past methods, though the specifics remain a mystery.
Jones’ revelation comes at a time when the NFL has started adopting a more lenient stance on marijuana use. In December of last year, the NFL and the NFL Players Association revised their drug policy, significantly increasing the THC threshold required to trigger a positive test from 150 nanograms per milliliter to 350. This change reflects a shifting attitude within the league regarding cannabis consumption, potentially making Jones' past struggles with testing obsolete.
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Jones, who was a first-round draft pick in 2005, played 12 seasons in the NFL, spending time with the Tennessee Titans, Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals, and Denver Broncos. Over 146 career games, he recorded 17 interceptions and 97 pass defenses. Despite his undeniable talent, his career was often overshadowed by off-field controversies. His latest revelation only adds another layer to his complex legacy in professional football.