Miami Beach, FL - An NFL player was arrested on drug charges in Broward County early Tuesday morning.
25-year-old Damon Arnette, a former high school football star in Broward County, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia with intent to use.
Police say Arnette was driving on Collins Avenue in Miami before 1 a.m. when he was stopped by an officer who had previously ticketed Arnette for driving with a suspended license.
Officers conducted a search of the vehicle and driver.
Investigators say a bag with a white powder consistent with cocaine was found in Arnett's pocket, along with a straw that was cut into a small piece.
Arnette was arrested and released on $2,000 bond.
Arnette was drafted in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Las Vegas Raiders and spent two seasons with the team, before being released in November of 2021 after video showed him making death threats while holding a weapon.
Arnette signed with the Miami Dolphins' practice squad in December 2021 and later signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
He was cut by the Chiefs in January of 2022 following his arrest on charges including assault with a deadly weapon and possession of a controlled substance.