Former Panthers WR, UFL HC Ted Ginn Jr. comments on his arrest

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Former NFL player and UFL head coach Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested for DUI in Dallas. He has publicly accepted responsibility for his actions and expressed a commitment to learn from the incident.

Former Carolina Panthers wideout Ted Ginn Jr. has commented on his arrest from Saturday.

Ginn, now the head coach of the United Football League's Columbus Aviators, was arrested yesterday in Dallas on DUI charges. The newly-turned 41-year-old, who is not on the sideline for his team's matchup against the Dallas Renegades this afternoon, has issued the following statement regarding the incident through Twitter/X:

I want to address the situation that took place over the weekend.

I made a serious mistake and take full responsibility for my actions. I’ve always believed in accountability and now it’s my turn to live that standard.

I understand the responsibility that comes with being a leader & role model, and falling short of this is not something I take lightly. I’m committed to learning from this, making better decisions, and earning back the trust of my players, our organization, and the fans.

I appreciate the support of my family and the United Football League, and I respect the process as it moves forward. My focus now is on taking the necessary steps to grow from this and represent the Columbus Aviators and this community the right way.

Ginn played three of his 14 NFL seasons as a member of the Carolina Panthers, amassing 134 receptions for 2,047 yards and 19 touchdowns over 47 games. He was the team's second-leading pass catcher during their run to Super Bowl 50 in 2015, where he recorded 739 receiving yards and a career-high 10 scores.

Aviators offensive coordinator Todd Haley assumed head-coaching duties in place of Ginn on Sunday.

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Q&A

What were the details of Ted Ginn Jr.'s DUI arrest?

Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested in Dallas on DUI charges over the weekend, which prevented him from coaching his team in a game against the Dallas Renegades.

What did Ted Ginn Jr. say about his arrest?

In a statement on Twitter/X, Ginn acknowledged his mistake, took full responsibility, and expressed a commitment to learning from the incident and regaining the trust of his players and fans.

How did Ted Ginn Jr.'s NFL career impact his current role in the UFL?

Ted Ginn Jr. played three seasons with the Carolina Panthers, contributing significantly during their Super Bowl 50 run, which has shaped his leadership role as the head coach of the Columbus Aviators in the UFL.