Former NFL Star Ted Ginn Jr. Charged with DWI in Texas
Former NFL Star Ted Ginn Jr. Hit With DWI Charge In Texas
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Ted Ginn Jr., a former NFL wide receiver and current head coach of the Columbus Aviators in the United Football League (UFL), has been charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas. He was arrested early Saturday morning and released on a $1,000 bond, acknowledging his mistake in a public statement.
- 01Ted Ginn Jr. was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas.
- 02He was arrested early Saturday morning and released after posting a $1,000 bond.
- 03Ginn is currently the head coach of the Columbus Aviators in the United Football League.
- 04He issued a public apology, taking full responsibility for his actions.
- 05Todd Haley temporarily took over coaching duties for the Aviators following Ginn's arrest.
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Ted Ginn Jr. (former NFL wide receiver and current head coach of the Columbus Aviators) has been charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, and Ginn was arrested at approximately 12:58 a.m. He was later released on a $1,000 bond. In a Twitter post, the 41-year-old acknowledged his mistake and expressed accountability for his actions. Following his arrest, Todd Haley stepped in to coach the Aviators during their game against the Dallas Renegades. UFL president Russ Brandon stated that the league is gathering more information regarding the incident. Ginn, who was drafted ninth overall by the Miami Dolphins in the 2007 NFL Draft, has had a notable career, playing for various teams including the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers before becoming a coach.
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Ginn's arrest may affect the Columbus Aviators' team dynamics and performance as they navigate the situation without their head coach.
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