Troubled former NFL player Damon Arnette, previously released by the Las Vegas Raiders, finds himself back in legal turmoil.
Reports reveal Arnette’s recent arrest in Texas on charges related to gun possession and methamphetamine.
Less than a year after receiving a community sentence for brandishing a firearm during a dispute with Las Vegas casino valets, Arnette’s latest arrest adds another layer to his turbulent post-NFL life.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport disclosed the charges of possessing less than a gram of meth and unlawfully carrying a firearm in Richardson on January 6.
Arnette, initially picked 19th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft by the Raiders, faced a series of incidents leading to his release in 2021. Amid lawsuits and a disturbing video showing him threatening violence with firearms, Arnette’s off-field behavior has overshadowed his promising career.
After being dropped by the Raiders, Arnette joined the Kansas City Chiefs but faced subsequent legal troubles, resulting in his release. Despite aspirations to return to the NFL, his encounters with the law continue to hinder potential comebacks.
The former Ohio State standout’s legal challenges include previous arrests in Miami for drug-related charges and driving on a suspended license. Arnette’s legal woes are now compounded by the recent charges in Texas, raising questions about his future in professional football.
As Arnette navigates the latest legal proceedings, his aspirations for an NFL return remain uncertain. The shadow of repeated legal issues threatens to overshadow any potential talks with interested teams, leaving his football future hanging in the balance.
