MINNESOTA Vikings fans believe wide receiver Jordan Addison has been released by the NFL team after being arrested on Friday.
The 22-year-old Vikings player was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after falling asleep at the wheel in Los Angeles.
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The incident occurred near Los Angeles International Airport.
The Vikings released a statement on Sunday addressing the situation regarding Addison, writing: “We are aware of the arrest of Jordan Addison last Friday and are currently gathering more information regarding the incident.”
On Monday, NFL fans noticed that Addison deleted all Vikings-related posts on Instagram.
And fans think the second-year wide receiver was released by the Vikings after the announcement on social media.
“He got fired wow,” one wrote.
“Damn they released his ass for sure,” added another.
“Are they going to release him?” asked a third.
ESPN reported that a police report revealed that a West Los Angeles police officer found a white Rolls Royce blocking one lane from westbound I-105 to northbound Sepulveda Boulevard.
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A sleeping Addison was identified as the driver behind the wheel, according to the report.
A DUI investigation led to his arrest at 11:36 pm PT, and he was released from custody two hours later.
Police have not yet revealed Addison’s blood alcohol content.
The legal limit in California is 0.08.
This is the second time in the last two years that Addison has faced legal trouble.
Last July, he was cited for speeding and reckless driving after a police officer clocked him going 140 mph on a highway in Minnesota.
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Addison told the officer he was driving fast because of a medical emergency with his dog.
He pleaded guilty to a minor misdemeanor charge of speeding and paid about $700 in fines.
Addison’s arrest comes weeks before the official start of Vikings training camp on July 27.
He was the 23rd overall pick in last year’s NFL Draft.
Addison appeared in all 17 games for Minnesota last season.
He posted 70 receptions for 911 yards and 10 touchdowns.
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