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Former Lions DE Everson Griffen Arrested on Suspicion of DUI

Everson Griffen played for the Lions back in 2020.

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Former Detroit Lions defensive end Everson Griffen was arrested over the weekend on suspicion of driving while under the influence. 

According to Bring Me The Sports, "Carver County Jail logs show the 35-year-old defensive end was booked into jail at 12:41 p.m. and released an hour later. He was booked on probable cause charges of driving while intoxicated in Chanhassen. It’s not clear if formal charges have yet been filed."

Back in 2020, the Dallas Cowboys traded the veteran defensive lineman to the Lions, in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick. 

Detroit's defense, led by head coach Matt Patricia, was seeking a boost in their pass-rush when the deal was made. 

Griffen had his most productive NFL seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, as he spent 10 seasons with Detroit's NFC rival. 

In Minnesota, Griffen secured four Pro Bowl selections while racking up 74.5 sacks. 

In Detroit, the 33-year-old recorded three tackles, 3.5 sacks, three passes defended and secured a PFF grade of 69.5 in his one season in Motown.  

Prior to the start of the 2021 season, Griffen signed a deal to return to the Vikings. 

In November of that season, Griffen was placed on the league's NFI list, as he has continuously battled mental health struggles. 

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JOHN MAAKARON

John Maakaron has covered Detroit Sports since 2013. Brings a vast array of experience covering the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Detroit Mercy Titans, and Oakland University Golden Grizzlies. John brings a wealth of sports broadcast experience. In 2013, John had the vision to establish the Detroit Sports Podcast Network. Has recorded over 3000 podcasts analyzing Detroit Sports. In 2019, Sports Illustrated Media Group, a historical sports media outlet, partnered with Detroit Sports Podcast to provide daily Lions content for their growing and expanding digital media outlet. Our Lions content can also be read in the newspaper at The Oakland  Passionate about Detroit Sports and it is reflected in his coverage of the local teams!

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