Ollie Gordon II, the star running back for Oklahoma State and recent Doak Walker Award winner, was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Oklahoma City. He was reportedly speeding and swerving, and refused a field sobriety test. Found in his vehicle were open containers of alcohol. Gordon's arrest could impact his promising football career and his standing with Heisman Trophy voters.
Ollie Gordon II, a standout running back for Oklahoma State University, was arrested early Sunday morning on charges of driving under the influence (DUI), speeding, and having open alcohol containers in his vehicle. This incident occurs as Gordon is poised for a promising season after a spectacular performance last year that earned him the Doak Walker Award.
According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Gordon was pulled over after he was observed driving 82 mph in a 65 mph zone and swerving through traffic. Upon stopping Gordon, the trooper detected an odor of alcohol and discovered open bottles of vodka and tequila in the vehicle. Gordon, who is under the legal drinking age of 21, refused to take a field sobriety test and was subsequently arrested. His breath tests at the Cleveland County jail showed alcohol levels of 0.11 and 0.10, both above the legal limit of 0.08%[1][2][3].
Gordon's arrest casts a shadow over his upcoming season and his prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. As a previous winner of the Doak Walker Award and a top performer in college football last season, Gordon was expected to be a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy. However, this incident could potentially affect his eligibility and standing with Heisman voters, as well as his draft stock. Oklahoma State University has stated that they are aware of the incident but have not commented further on potential disciplinary actions[4][5].
Following the arrest, Gordon was released on bond. The legal proceedings and potential penalties he faces could include fines, license suspension, and possible jail time given the severity of the charges. Oklahoma State University's response will be crucial in determining how this incident affects Gordon's position on the team and his future in college football. The university has not yet announced any specific actions but is likely considering its options in light of this event[6].
Ollie Gordon II's recent arrest for DUI poses significant challenges not only to his personal life but also to his promising career as a collegiate athlete. How he and Oklahoma State University handle the fallout from this incident will be crucial in determining the trajectory of his football career and his legacy as a top athlete.
"Gordon was pulled over after he was observed driving 82 mph in a 65 mph zone and swerving through traffic." - Oklahoma Highway Patrol