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Columbus Aviators Head Coach Ted Ginn Jr. Charged with DWI in Texas

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UFL Coach Ted Ginn Jr. Charged with DWI, Misses Game

Ted Ginn Jr., head coach of the United Football League's Columbus Aviators, was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas, on Saturday. He was released on bond and did not coach the team's scheduled game the following day, which was also his 41st birthday.

Arrest and Booking Details

According to the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, Ted Ginn Jr. was booked into the county jail at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. He was released after posting a $1,000 bond.

Traffic Stop and Charges

The Euless Police Department reported that an officer initiated a traffic stop of Ginn's vehicle in the area of 100 W Euless Boulevard around 12:58 a.m. on Saturday. The stop was made after the officer observed the vehicle make a wide right turn and fail to yield.

  • The officer administered a field sobriety test.
  • A passenger in the vehicle was not taken into custody.
  • Ginn was taken to the Euless Jail before being transferred and booked into the county jail on the driving while intoxicated charge.

"We are aware of an incident involving Head Coach Ted Ginn Jr. over the weekend and are in the process of gathering more information."
— UFL President & CEO Russ Brandon

Team and League Response

Ginn was scheduled to coach the Columbus Aviators in their game against the Dallas Renegades at noon on Sunday.

  • Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley handled the head coaching duties for that game.
  • UFL President & CEO Russ Brandon issued the written statement above, adding that Haley would handle head coaching duties for Sunday's game.

Additional Context

Sunday, the day of the Aviators' game, was Ted Ginn Jr.'s 41st birthday. Several source articles noted that their headlines were modified to reflect updated details on the charge.