A former Giants running back is facing federal charges after authorities allege he ran a massive dog-fighting operation that led to what the U.S. Department of Justice believes was the largest

Former Northern Illinois star and NFL running back Leshon Johnson has been indicted for allegedly operating a large dogfighting venture, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

LeShon Johnson, who played with the Packers for two seasons, has been accused of running a large-scale dog fighting and trafficking business.