Ginn returns to Aviators sideline after DWI arrest

TL;DR

Ted Ginn Jr. returns to coach the Columbus Aviators after a DWI arrest that caused him to miss one game. He was charged in Tarrant County, Texas, and released on a $1,000 bond.

Ted Ginn Jr. is back with the Columbus Aviators and will coach the UFL team this week after missing one game following his weekend arrest on a DWI charge, the league told ESPN on Tuesday.

Ginn was disciplined by the league after being charged early Saturday in Tarrant County, Texas. He was later released after posting $1,000 bond.

Ginn was replaced on the sideline with offensive coordinator Todd Haley for Sunday's game against the Dallas Renegades. The Aviators have lost three straight games to start the new season.

"I made a serious mistake and take full responsibility for my actions," Ginn, 41, wrote in a statement posted to X on Sunday. "I've always believed in accountability and now it's my turn to live that standard."

The Aviators posted video to X on Tuesday showing Ginn encouraging players.

BRING THE ENERGY 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/RVgfYce5YL

— Columbus Aviators (@UFLAviators) April 14, 2026

Columbus plays host to Dallas on Friday night.

Drafted by the Miami Dolphins out of Ohio State with the ninth pick in 2007, Ginn spent 14 seasons in the NFL. He also played for the San Francisco 49ers, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, Arizona Cardinals and the Chicago Bears.

Ginn was named the Aviators' coach in December.

Q&A

What were the circumstances of Ted Ginn Jr.'s DWI arrest?

Ted Ginn Jr. was arrested for DWI in Tarrant County, Texas, early Saturday and was later released after posting a $1,000 bond.

How did Ted Ginn's arrest impact the Columbus Aviators' performance?

Ginn's absence contributed to the Aviators losing three straight games to start the season, as he was replaced by offensive coordinator Todd Haley for one game.

What did Ted Ginn Jr. say about his DWI arrest?

Ted Ginn Jr. acknowledged his mistake and took full responsibility for his actions, emphasizing the importance of accountability in a statement posted on X.