Former NFL Star and UFL Coach Ted Ginn Jr. Arrested on DWI Charge in Texas

Former NFL standout receiver and current United Football League (UFL) coach Ted Ginn Jr. Has been arrested in Texas on a charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI), according to reports from The New York Times.

The arrest marks a sudden legal complication for Ginn Jr., who has transitioned from a high-profile playing career in the National Football League to a coaching role within the professional spring football circuit.

Transition to the UFL

Ginn Jr. Is currently serving as a coach in the United Football League, a professional American football league that operates during the spring. The UFL was established following the merger of the most recent iterations of the XFL and the United States Football League (USFL), beginning its inaugural play in March 2024.

For those following the league’s growth, the UFL represents a consolidated effort to provide a viable professional alternative to the NFL. The league is currently in its 2026 season and is headquartered in Arlington, Texas—the same state where Ginn Jr.’s recent legal incident occurred.

League Structure and Context

The UFL currently comprises eight teams, all of which are concentrated in the Southern and Midwest regions of the United States. The league’s roster of teams includes:

• Birmingham Stallions
• Columbus Aviators
• Dallas Renegades
• DC Defenders
• Houston Gamblers
• Louisville Kings
• Orlando Storm
• St. Louis Battlehawks

The league is owned by National Spring Football League Enterprises Co, LLC (Fox Corporation) and XFL Properties LLC, a group including RedBird Capital Partners, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, The Walt Disney Company, and Impact Capital. Under the leadership of CEO and President Russ Brandon, the league has seen the DC Defenders claim their first title as the most recent champions, while the Birmingham Stallions hold the record for the most titles.

The arrival of former NFL players like Ginn Jr. Into coaching roles has been part of the UFL’s strategy to bring veteran experience and name recognition to the spring game. However, this arrest introduces an off-field distraction for the league as it continues to establish its footprint in the American sports landscape.

What Happens Next

As of now, specific details regarding the circumstances of the DWI arrest or any potential disciplinary actions from the UFL have not been released. The legal process in Texas will determine the next steps for Ginn Jr. Regarding the intoxication charges.

We will continue to monitor official league statements and court filings for updates on this story.

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