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Everson Griffen Removed From Delta Flight After In-Flight Disturbance

Delta’s zero-tolerance policy prompted pilots to reroute to O’Hare for his removal, extending Griffen’s series of off-field incidents tied to his bipolar disorder.

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Overview

  • Delta flight 1902 from Chicago to Minneapolis was forced to return to O’Hare minutes after departure on July 16 when Griffen allegedly caused a disturbance.
  • A Delta spokesperson said pilots grounded the jet under the airline’s zero-tolerance policy for unruly behavior and coordinated with law enforcement to remove the passenger.
  • It remains unclear whether the 37-year-old former Vikings defensive end was formally arrested following the incident.
  • The removal follows a history of public disruptions by Griffen, including prior in-flight issues and airport confrontations since his 2021 retirement.
  • Griffen disclosed a bipolar disorder diagnosis in 2021 and has since faced multiple DUI and drug-related arrests after ending his NFL career.