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Former NFL Star Everson Griffen Arrested for DUI and Cocaine Possession

The ex-Vikings defensive end faces multiple charges after a late-night traffic stop in Minneapolis.

  • Griffen was pulled over for speeding and showed signs of impairment during a field sobriety test.
  • A breathalyzer test revealed a blood alcohol level of 0.10, above the legal limit.
  • Police found a small vial of cocaine in Griffen's pocket, leading to a drug possession charge.
  • This is Griffen's second DUI arrest in less than a year; he was previously arrested in July 2023.
  • Griffen has a history of legal issues and mental health struggles, including a bipolar disorder diagnosis.
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