Vikings receiver Jordan Addison is facing a jury trial set for July 15, 2024, due to a DUI citation he received earlier this year. Reports indicate that he was found asleep at the wheel at LAX airport, leading to the charges of driving under the influence of alcohol and exceeding the legal blood-alcohol concentration limit of .08 percent. Both of these charges are categorized as misdemeanors.
What complicates matters further for Addison is the NFL’s substance-abuse policy. Normally, the baseline punishment for a first-time DUI offense under this policy is a three-game suspension. This internal process kicks into gear depending on how Addison’s criminal case unfolds. A conviction or any sort of admission—like entering a diversion program or pleading no contest—could trigger that suspension.
However, it’s important to note that the timeline for the NFL’s disciplinary decisions can be somewhat unpredictable. If Addison is found guilty in July, there’s a reasonable chance that he could face his suspension during the 2025 season, depending on how everything plays out.
On the field, Addison made a solid impact as a rookie in 2023, finishing with 911 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. The previous season, he recorded 875 receiving yards and also reached the end zone 10 times. As he navigates this off-field challenge, it will be interesting to see how it impacts his training and preparation for the next season. For the Vikings and their fans, Addison’s skill set will be crucial as they look to build on his promising career in the league.
