Former NFL Star Ted Ginn Jr. Arrested Before UFL Game
Ex-NFL 14-year veteran arrested on eve of third game as HC in the UFL
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Ted Ginn Jr., a former NFL player with a 14-year career, was arrested for driving under the influence in Tarrant County, Texas, just before his third game as head coach of the Columbus Aviators in the United Football League (UFL). The Aviators, currently 0-2, will have offensive coordinator Todd Haley step in as head coach for the upcoming game against the Dallas Renegades.
- 01Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested for DUI in Texas.
- 02He is the head coach of the Columbus Aviators in the UFL.
- 03The Aviators are currently 0-2 this season.
- 04Offensive coordinator Todd Haley will take over coaching duties for the next game.
- 05Ginn was the ninth overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft.
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Ted Ginn Jr. (former NFL wide receiver and current head coach of the Columbus Aviators) was arrested in Tarrant County, Texas, for driving under the influence just before his third game in charge. The 41-year-old, who played 14 seasons in the NFL with teams like the Miami Dolphins and San Francisco 49ers, was released on a $1,000 bond. The Aviators, who are currently 0-2 this season, are set to face the Dallas Renegades on Sunday. UFL president & CEO Russ Brandon confirmed the incident and stated that offensive coordinator Todd Haley will assume head coaching responsibilities for the upcoming game. It remains uncertain whether the UFL will impose any disciplinary measures against Ginn.
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The incident could affect the team's performance and public perception, as well as potential disciplinary actions from the league.
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