13 Jun 2025, 00:58
Jimmie Ward Arrested on Assault Charges
- Jimmie Ward was arrested for assault during a domestic dispute.
- The athlete is being held without bail, and details of the case remain unknown.
- The arrest has raised concerns about player conduct in the NFL and potential sanctions.
This was reported by NBC News, Marca.
Houston Texans defender Jimmie Ward was arrested Thursday morning on third-degree assault charges. Information about the arrest, which occurred around 5:30 AM in Magnolia, Texas, is currently unknown.
According to jail records, the charges are related to a domestic incident. Omar Majzoub, the team's senior communications director, stated, "We are aware of the reports regarding Jimmie Ward. We are currently gathering more information and cannot comment further at this time."
The 33-year-old athlete was taken to the Montgomery County Jail around 6:30 AM and is being held without bail. It is currently unknown if Ward has legal representation.
Details of the Arrest
According to police reports, the incident occurred during a domestic dispute. While details have not yet been disclosed, the classification of the charge as a felony indicates the seriousness of the allegations under Texas law, especially if it involves bodily harm or the use of force, such as strangulation.
Ward began his NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers and joined the Texans in 2023. He is known for his versatility and leadership qualities, having played in 10 games in each of his first two seasons in Houston.
Ward signed a contract worth $10.5 million per year, with a total contract value of nearly $24 million over three seasons. However, the arrest jeopardizes his participation in the 2025 season.
This incident is not unique to the NFL. Ward's arrest comes just months after rookie Kansas City Chiefs player Xavier Worthy was arrested in a domestic violence case. These incidents have sparked renewed criticism regarding how the NFL addresses player conduct off the field.
If the charges against Ward are confirmed, the NFL may impose disciplinary actions under its personal conduct policy, which does not require a criminal conviction for sanctions to be applied. As of the time of this writing, Ward remains in custody, and no court hearings have been scheduled yet.
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