Final Friday, Vikings WR Jordan Addison discovered himself in some hassle. The 22-year-old fell asleep behind the wheel whereas intoxicated. He was arrested for suspicion of DUI. In keeping with a report, a West Los Angeles police officer discovered Addison’s automobile blocking a lane of I-105. When the officer approached the automobile, Addison was sleeping within the driver’s seat.
He was arrested at 11:36 p.m. EST and was launched from custody on Saturday at 1:36 a.m. EST. The authorized restrict in California to have the ability to drive is 0.08. Officers haven’t made Addison’s blood alcohol content material accessible to the general public but. In a press release launched by the Vikings, the staff stated they’re conscious of Addison’s arrest and they’re working to assemble extra data.
Jordan Addison was arrested over the weekend for suspicion of DUI
Every week in the past, Vikings DB Khyree Jackson was killed by a drunk driver.
Right this moment, Vikings WR Jordan Addison was allegedly drunk driving.
Consuming and driving is KILLING individuals and but NFL gamers refuse to observe the legislation.
Roger Goodell must take this significantly. pic.twitter.com/nvfSaFdXoP
— NFL Notifications (@NFLNotify) July 15, 2024
Jordan Addison was arrested for suspicion of DUI simply 5 days after his rookie teammate Khyree Jackson was killed by a drunk driver. Not an incredible search for Addison or the Vikings franchise. Moreover, that is the second driving-related incident for Addison in a single 12 months. In July of 2023, Addison was cited for driving 140 mph on the freeway in Minnesota. A reckless transfer by the previous first-round choose. He agreed to plea responsible to a misdemeanor rushing cost, with a cost of reckless driving dismissed. Addison paid $686 in fines.
Somebody within the Vikings franchise wants to sit down down with Addison and focus on his actions. The gifted WR is a precious piece for Minnesota. He’s placing himself and others at risk by consuming and being behind the wheel. Addison is coming off a productive first season with the Vikings in 2023. The 22-year-old performed in all 17 video games and made 14 begins. He had 70 receptions of 108 targets for 911 yards and 10 receiving touchdowns. When Justin Jefferson was out final season, Addison stepped up as a rookie and was their WR1.
As somebody who’s adopted Jordan Addison and beloved him as a participant since he was at USC, I’m past dissatisfied. As a fan of his present staff who misplaced a rookie final week to drunk driving, I’m pissed off.
— Jason (@_jason_777) July 14, 2024
Addison’s arrest is a distraction the staff doesn’t want this near the beginning of coaching camp. Rookies report back to camp on July 21 and veterans will probably be there on July 23. The gifted WR should take care of authorized repercussions due to his alleged DUI. Minnesota hopes these off-the-field distractions is not going to have an effect on Addison’s play subsequent season.
