Arrests
FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019 file photo, New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman stands on the sidelines in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, in Cincinnati. Edelman was arrested Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, in Southern California on suspicion of misdemeanor vandalism after allegedly jumping on the hood of someone's car. Police say Edelman caused unspecified damage when he jumped on the vehicle Saturday in Beverly Hills. The 33-year-old receiver was released on a citation and is scheduled to appear in court in April. (AP Photo/Gary Landers, File)
Patriots star Edelman arrested for vandalism in California

Jan. 12, 2020 12:21 PM EST

This photo provided by the Broward County Sheriff's Office shows Xavien Howard. Howard was arrested Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, on a domestic battery charge following an argument with his fiance over the purchase of a purse, according to a police report. (Broward County Sheriff's Office via AP)
Dolphins star cornerback arrested on domestic battery charge

By Freida Frisaro Dec. 30, 2019 11:36 AM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Rich Hill throws against the Washington Nationals during the first inning in Game 4 of a baseball National League Division Series in Washington. Hill has won the Tony Conigliaro Award. The honor goes to a major leaguer “who has overcome adversity through the attributes of spirit, determination and courage that were the trademarks of Tony C.” (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
MLB pitcher Rich Hill and wife arrested at Patriots game

By Philip Marcelo Dec. 23, 2019 06:49 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers' Kameron Kelly (29) watches during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. Kelly is facing multiple charges following an alleged altercation with police at a bar, early Friday, Dec. 20, 2019. The 23-year-old has been charged with two counts of making terroristic threats and one count of resisting arrest. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Steelers cut reserve safety Kelly following arrest at bar

Dec. 20, 2019 11:14 AM EST

New England Patriots running back James White (28) runs the ball for a touchdown past Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Geno Atkins (97) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals 12/15/2019

Dec. 15, 2019 01:25 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin Hodges (6) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Pittsburgh Steelers at Arizona Cardinals 12/8/2019

Dec. 08, 2019 03:54 PM EST

This photo provided by the Frisco Police Department shows Antwaun Woods. Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Antwaun Woods has been arrested on charges of possession of marijuana and tampering with evidence. Police in the Dallas suburb of Frisco say Woods was arrested Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019, after a traffic stop. (Frisco Police Department via AP)
Cowboys DT Antwaun Woods arrested on drug, tampering charges

Dec. 05, 2019 12:57 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2019, file photo, Miami Dolphins running back Mark Walton (22) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins have released troubled running back Mark Walton, saying he had been involved in an unspecified police matter. Tuesday’s, Nov. 19, 2019, announcement came as the second-year player served a four-game suspension for violating NFL conduct and substance abuse policies. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
The Latest: Dolphins release Walton after battering arrest

Nov. 19, 2019 12:38 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2019, file photo, Miami Dolphins running back Mark Walton (22) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins have released troubled running back Mark Walton, saying he had been involved in an unspecified police matter. Tuesday’s, Nov. 19, 2019, announcement came as the second-year player served a four-game suspension for violating NFL conduct and substance abuse policies. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
Dolphins release Walton after arrest for hitting girlfriend

By Terry Spencer Nov. 19, 2019 11:49 AM EST

This photo provided by the Frisco Police Department shows Daniel Ross. Police in the Dallas suburb of Frisco say Cowboys defensive lineman Daniel Ross has been arrested on charges of possession of marijuana and unlawful carrying of a weapon, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019. (Frisco Police Department via AP)
Cowboys defensive lineman Ross arrested on drug, gun charges

Nov. 06, 2019 03:46 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer reacts on the sidelines after a call during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)
Zimmer on Kearse arrest: 'I'm very, very ticked off'

By Dave Campbell Oct. 30, 2019 05:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this May 30, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers backup linebacker Anthony Chickillo runs a drill during an NFL football practice in Pittsburgh. Misdemeanor charges have been dropped against Chickillo who had been accused of injuring his girlfriend during a fight in their western Pennsylvania hotel room earlier this month. Chickillo had been charged with simple assault, criminal mischief and harassment after the Oct. 20 fight at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Fayette County District Attorney Richard Bower said Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, that the woman no longer wanted to pursue charges. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)
Charges against Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker dropped

Oct. 30, 2019 12:45 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2018 file photo Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse warms up before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Kearse has been arrested in Minneapolis on suspicion of driving while impaired and with a loaded gun. The Minnesota State Patrol says a trooper stopped Kearse just before 4 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019 after seeing a Mercedes drive around a barricade onto a closed portion of Interstate 94 and "observed signs of alcohol impairment." (AP Photo/David Banks, file)
Vikings S Jayron Kearse apologizes for weekend arrest

By Brian Hall Oct. 28, 2019 07:21 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2018 file photo Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse warms up before an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Kearse has been arrested in Minneapolis on suspicion of driving while impaired and with a loaded gun. The Minnesota State Patrol says a trooper stopped Kearse just before 4 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019 after seeing a Mercedes drive around a barricade onto a closed portion of Interstate 94 and "observed signs of alcohol impairment." (AP Photo/David Banks, file)
Vikings backup S Jayron Kearse arrested on suspicion of DWI

Oct. 27, 2019 12:57 PM EDT

Steelers LB Anthony Chickillo facing misdemeanor charges

Oct. 20, 2019 10:11 PM EDT
UNIONTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers backup linebacker Anthony Chickillo is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after being arrested early Sunday. ...

Correction: Antonio Brown-Retires? story

Sep. 22, 2019 10:30 AM EDT
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — In a story Sept. 22 about former New England Patriots receiver Antonio Brown, The Associated Press reported erroneously that team owner...

Former Arkansas, NFL QB Mallett arrested on suspicion of DWI

Sep. 11, 2019 05:23 PM EDT
SPRINGDALE, Ark. (AP) — Former University of Arkansas, University of Michigan and NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett has been arrested in northwest Arkansas on suspicion...

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 30, 2005 file photo, running back Ronnie Brown (23) runs against New Orleans Saints linebacker Sedrick Hodge (52) gives chase during the fourth quarter, in Baton Rouge, La. Federal prosecutors said Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, that former New Orleans Saint Hodge sold oxycodone pills in Cartersville, Georgia, just northwest of Atlanta. The 40-year-old Hodge is accused of illegal distribution of controlled substances, among other charges.(AP Photo/Bill Feig, File)
Ex-NFL player, doctor are arrested in Georgia opioid case

By Jeff Martin Sep. 11, 2019 02:39 PM EDT

Cardinals executive suspended 6 weeks for DUI arrest

Aug. 27, 2019 11:49 PM EDT
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals have suspended executive Ron Minegar for six weeks and fined him $200,000 as punishment for his DUI arrest on Aug. 10. ...

FILE - In this Nov. 18, 2018, file photo, Minnesota Vikings' Matt Wile (6) punts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago. Coach Mike Zimmer said he was "at a loss" about his specialists, after Kaare Vedvik missed two field goals in the last exhibition game. With four days left before roster reduction day, the Vikings still don't have clarity about whether kicker Dan Bailey and punter Matt Wile will stay or if Vedvik will replace one of them. (AP Photo/David Banks, File)
Minnesota Vikings at Chicago Bears 11/18/2018

Aug. 27, 2019 09:19 AM EDT