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Former Florida Gators, NFL player arrested on drug and weapons charges: Deputies

Former Florida Gators and NFL Player Earl James Okine Arrested on Drug and Weapons Charges

 

Earl James Okine, a 35-year-old former defensive end for the Florida Gators and ex-NFL player, was arrested on January 29, 2025, in Alachua County, Florida, on charges related to drug possession and firearm offenses.

 

Details of the Arrest

 

According to the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy initiated a traffic stop on Okine’s vehicle around 9:35 p.m. on January 29 after observing him fail to come to a complete stop at a stop sign. During the stop, it was discovered that Okine’s driver’s license was suspended due to unpaid traffic fines.

 

A K-9 unit alerted deputies to the presence of illegal narcotics inside the vehicle, leading to a search. The search yielded:

 

1.9 grams of methamphetamine

 

5.8 grams of marijuana

 

A loaded Smith & Wesson SD40 VE handgun with an extended magazine containing multiple rounds of ammunition

 

 

Okine was subsequently arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of a firearm while in the commission of a felony, and possession of marijuana less than 20 grams.

 

Background on Earl James Okine

 

Okine’s football career includes playing for the Florida Gators from 2008 to 2012. He also had stints in the NFL with teams such as the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs, and Detroit Lions.

 

Legal Troubles Among Former Florida Gators Players

 

Okine’s arrest adds to a series of legal issues involving former Florida Gators football players. Notably, in 2017, former Gators safety Matt Elam faced arrests on drug and battery charges. Additionally, in 2011, former Gators wide receiver Ted Wilson was sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearm offenses.

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Conclusion

 

The arrest of Earl James Okine underscores ongoing concerns about legal issues among former athletes. As the legal process unfolds, further details are expected to emerge regarding Okine’s case.

 

 

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