Ex-Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen arrested on suspicion of DUI

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Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen was reportedly arrested on suspicion of DUI on Saturday, jail records show. 

Griffen, 35, was booked into Carver County Jail at 12:41 p.m. and released an hour later, records show.

He was booked for fourth-degree DUI, DUI and DUI-Operate a Motor Vehicle Over 0.08, the Carver County Jail booking roster shows. 

KSTP, the ABC station in St. Paul, first reported the arrest.

Griffen was a part of the Vikings from 2010 to 2019, and then again in 2021 — which was his most recent NFL season.

His history with mental health has been well-documented over the years.

In 2021 he revealed publicly that he had bipolar disorder after an incident that year where police and mental health professionals had reported to his home due to an Instagram video that raised concerns. 


Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen was arrested on suspicion of DUI on Saturday.
Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen was arrested on suspicion of DUI on Saturday.
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Another incident occurred in 2018 at the Hotel Ivy in Minneapolis.

Griffen had been drafted by the Vikings in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft before going on to play 11 seasons in Minnesota.

He made four Pro Bowl appearances during his time there and owns the fourth-highest sack total in the Vikings’ history with 79.5 sacks.

He also had brief stints with the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys. 


Mugshot of Everson Griffen, who was booked for 4th Degree DUI, DUI and DUI-Operate a Motor Vehicle Over 0.08.
Mugshot of Everson Griffen, who was booked for 4th Degree DUI, DUI and DUI-Operate a Motor Vehicle Over 0.08.
Carver County Sheriff’s Office

This has been a tough week for Vikings fans, who have had to deal with another off-the-field issue involving a player, too.

Last week, rookie wide receiver Jordan Addison was cited for speeding and reckless driving after going 140 MPH in a 55-MPH zone. 

Addison released a statement the following day apologizing for his actions. 

“Yesterday morning I made a mistake and used poor judgment. I recognize and own that. I am going to learn from this and not repeat the behavior. I am truly sorry,” he said.

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