On April 2, 2009, the Titans asked the NFL to investigate if the Redskins had improper with Haynesworth before he was signed to the team. The claim alleges that the Redskins began negotiations with the defensive tackle before the free agency began at 12:00 a.m. on February 27, 2009.ESPN.com: Report: Titans Ask NFL to Probe Signing

Haynesworth injured his left knee during a December 14, 2008, game against the Houston Texans. He was carted off the field and underwent an MRI which revealed a strain to his MCL.The Tennessean: Haynesworth Injured Against Texans Haynesworth missed the rest of the regular season but returned to Titans in the playoffs.ESPN.com: Albert Haynesworth... to Miss Rest of Regular Season

On February 27, 2009, Haynesworth signed a seven-year contract with the Redskins, worth a reported $100 million.The New York Times: Haynesworth Gets 7-Year, $100 Million Deal From Redskins

In March of 2008, Haynesworth was stopped by a police officer in Franklin County after he was spotted driving a Cadillac Escalade 103 mph in a 70 mph zone.TMZ.com: Another Major Jock Screwed by Mindy McCready! In December of 2008, Haynesworth was sentenced to 30 days of probation and a $1,000 fine, plus court costs, in relation to the speeding charge.The Tennessean: Haynesworth pays for speeding ticket The incident is being reviewed to determine if it was a probation violation for Haynesworth.CBSSports.com: Haynesworth's Probation for Speeding Being Reviewed

On March 12, 2009, Haynesworth was indicted on charges of reckless driving and driving with an expired registration. The charges stem from a December 13, 2008, incident in which Haynesworth reportedly crashed his vehicle into a concrete median, seriously injuring another driver. He could face up to seven months in jail and a $550 fine for both charges.ESPN.com: Haynesworth Indicted on Traffic Charges