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Willie McGinest ’embarrassed,’ expresses disappointment in statement following attack at restaurant

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Patriots icon Willie McGinest apologized for his actions during a brawl at a Los Angles restaurant that led to his arrest earlier this week.

“First and foremost, I want to offer my deepest apology for my lapse in judgment and behavior on December 9 at a restaurant in West Hollywood,” McGinest said in a statement on Friday. “To my family, community, friends, and youth I mentor, please know I feel horrible for my actions and take full responsibility.

“To my colleagues at the NFL Network and those I work closely with as an advisor to professional and community-based organizations, please know I am embarrassed and regret what occurred.