Police in southwestern Arizona arrested a former NFL running back late Monday and charged him with DUI-related charges, according to reports.
CBS affiliate AZ Family reported that police stopped Eddie Lacy, 34, at his vehicle and arrested him after receiving a report that he may be impaired and observing him for a possible traffic violation. reported.
According to the newspaper, Lacey is facing several charges, including “extreme drunk driving” for having a BAC over 0.20 and possession of an open container of alcohol in a vehicle.
SEATTLE, WA – OCTOBER 29: Eddie Lacy #27 of the Seattle Seahawks runs with the ball during a game against the Houston Texans at CenturyLink Field on October 29, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks defeated the Texans 41-38. (Photo by Rob Reiter/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 3: NFL player Eddie Lacy attends the 13th annual ESPN The Party on February 3, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Robin Merchant/Getty Images, ESPN)
Police reportedly took Lacey to the Scottsdale City Jail.
The former Green Bay Packers tailback was released early Tuesday morning, prison officials said. said TMZ. (Related: Report: Former star cornerback arrested for drunk driving)
Lacy, a student-athlete at the University of Alabama from 2009 to 2012, was named Offensive Most Valuable Player (MVP) after his final collegiate game in the 2012 Bowl Championship Series (BCS) Championship .
The Green Bay Packers selected Lacy with the 61st overall pick in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Lacy quickly captured the hearts of fans, rushing for over 2,000 yards and 20 touchdowns in his first two seasons. He was named the AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in his first season.
SANTA CLARA, CA – NOVEMBER 26: Reuben Foster #56 of the San Francisco 49ers hits Eddie Lacy # of the Seattle Seahawks during a game at Levi’s Stadium on November 26, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. Tackle 27. The Seahawks defeated the 49ers 24-13. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 4: NFL player Brandon Williams (left) performs at Rolling Stone Live: Houston presented by Budweiser and Mercedes-Benz on February 4, 2017 in Houston, Texas. and Eddie Lacy. Produced in partnership with Talent Resources Sports. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images for Rolling Stone)
He struggled to stay in shape in his next two seasons with the Packers, rushing for 758 yards in 15 games in 2015 and 360 yards with no touchdowns in 2016. reportedly I struggled with drinking, bad eating habits, and weight gain. He was once benched for violating curfew and injured his ankle.
Lacy was publicly criticized by then-Packers head coach Mike McCarthy for his weight and fitness issues. hut After getting some professional help in 2016, she lost some weight and seemed healthy again.
According to reports, Lacy joined the Seattle Seahawks in 2017 and appeared in nine games, rushing 69 times for 179 yards and no touchdowns.
His NFL career ended with the 2017-2018 season with the Seahawks.
