The NFL suspended the Dallas cornerback for at least four games for violating his reinstatement arrangement.
"I will, as always, take full responsibility for what happened because I have big pucks."
"He is now conscious and in stable condition, but may not receive visitors in the coming days until he has recovered from the surgical process."
Tampa Bay stunned Boston for the second straight day, winning 13-4 in Game 4 of the American League Championships Series at Fenway Park.
Dallas pulled off a last-minute deal with the Detroit Lions, sending three draft picks for the star receiver, who played at the University of Texas.
The Dutch legend who quit as Los Angeles Galaxy coach two months ago blasted the American vision of soccer.
Alexander has struggled through two injury-plagued seasons, rushing for only 1,612 yards and 11 touchdowns combined in 2006 and 2007.
Olympic gynmast Nastia Liukin received the award from the Women's Sports Foundation.
The football commentator will not call Sunday night's contest between Seattle and Tampa Bay in Florida due to the length in travel from San Diego, where he announced a game this past Sunday.
The Minnesota Timberwolves point guard was suspended for pleading guilty to a weapons possession charge.