New York Jets cornerback Tae Hayes arrested for marijuana possession in Alabama
New York Jets cornerback Tae Hayes was arrested early Sunday morning in Alabama on marijuana possession charges.
According to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, through the New York PostHayes was booked into jail and later released after posting $300 bail.
The Jets said in a statement: “We are aware of the situation and will refrain from further comment as it is a pending legal matter.”
Hayes made just one appearance for New York in the 2023 season after being signed to the team’s practice squad in October.
New York Jets cornerback Tae Hayes (left) was arrested early Sunday morning in Alabama on marijuana possession charges
Hayes was reportedly booked into jail and later released after posting $300 bail
The 26-year-old has previously spent time with nine different NFL teams since leaving Appalachian State College in 2019. His most recent spells came with the Baltimore Ravens and Detroit Lions.
He also won a USFL championship with the Birmingham Stallions in 2022.
Hayes has made 14 NFL appearances since turning his college career into focus but has yet to start.
The Jets will report to preseason training camp on July 23, ahead of the 2024 season.
They had a miserable season last season after Aaron Rodgers, the great quarterback, tore his Achilles tendon in his debut against the Buffalo Bills. Robert Saleh’s men failed to reach the postseason without Rodgers at their disposal.