Former NFL linebacker Terrell Suggs has found himself in legal trouble once again, as reports confirm his arrest in Arizona.
The 41-year-old former superstar was booked on assault and charges related to public order in Maricopa County.
Terrell Suggs arrested for assault in Arizona https://t.co/iPIxOaVIX5 pic.twitter.com/JNd9nOM9Dg
— New York Post (@nypost) April 10, 2024
TMZ obtained details from a spokesperson for the jail, confirming Suggs’s arrest and subsequent release.
A mugshot of the seven-time Pro Bowler has since been released.
𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Former #Ravens superstar LB Terrell Suggs has been arrested in Arizona for assault, according to @TMZ_Sports pic.twitter.com/uBTQUsOIXr
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) April 10, 2024
Details surrounding the altercation leading to Suggs’ arrest remain unclear at this time.
Suggs, known for his illustrious career as one of the most dominant defensive forces of his generation, has had his fair share of both triumphs and controversies.
The two-time Super Bowl champion played an impressive 17 seasons in the NFL following a remarkable college career at Arizona State.
Drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2003, Suggs became a cornerstone of their defense until 2018, when he ventured to the Arizona Cardinals on a one-year deal.
Subsequently, he joined the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019.
That the Mug Shot? I don’t know the story, but it looks like he’s having a good time with the officers and probably signing autographs.
— Mitt🧤Romney is a Hologram (@GlennWhite1) April 10, 2024
Throughout his career, Suggs garnered numerous accolades, including two Super Bowl victories.
His notable comeback after tearing his Achilles tendon during the offseason before the Ravens’ 2012 Super Bowl win solidified his reputation as one of the NFL’s modern-day greats.
“Tell em have fun at the pro bowl! Shut em out in the second half.”
Nine years ago today Terrell Suggs yells this in the tunnels of Gillette Stadium as the Ravens advance to the Super Bowl. https://t.co/7uZSZSFESr
— Kip Smithers (@Chughes612) January 20, 2022
Despite facing off-field trouble, including a felony assault charge stemming from an altercation with his girlfriend in 2003, Suggs continued to excel on the football field.
He ended up being acquitted of those charges two years later.
Damn “UNKNOWN OR COMPLETELY BALD” is wild
— nori (@bawdimore) April 10, 2024
With a legacy marked by seven Pro Bowl selections, Suggs was a consistent force on the field.
Throughout his career, he totaled 895 tackles, 139 sacks, and seven interceptions.
Notably, he won the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award in 2011 and a first-team All-Pro distinction.
Terrell Suggs on winning his second Super Bowl:
"I've only played in two and to be 2-0, man, that's special."**Both wins against the @49ers. pic.twitter.com/qwFo04rBh9
— Megan Strickland (@StricklyMeg) February 3, 2020
This is very much a developing story.
We’ll keep you updated as new details emerge…
Two time Super Bowl champ Terrell Suggs pic.twitter.com/TssilfX9uk
— Jessica Smetana (@jessica_smetana) February 3, 2020