Jordan Addison faces three-game suspension for DUI case

In July 2024, Jordan Addison, a wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings, faced legal troubles after being arrested for drunken driving in California. During this incident, a California Highway Patrol officer discovered him asleep in his vehicle, which was obstructing traffic. Addison was originally charged with driving under the influence but successfully pleaded no contest to a lesser charge of 'wet' reckless driving. This charge indicates that either alcohol or drugs were involved. Following the plea, Addison was suspended for three games by the NFL due to violations of the league's personal conduct policy. The decision was publicly announced by the league on a Tuesday in early August 2025 and leaves Addison unable to participate in the first three games of the upcoming season, which will be against Chicago, Atlanta, and Cincinnati. The Vikings have also faced concerns with their roster, as All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson has recently been hampered by a hamstring injury, and tight end T.J. Hockenson has been nursing multiple injury issues. With these circumstances impacting the team, the new starting quarterback, J.J. McCarthy, may need to rely heavily on backup wide receivers and other offensive players to maintain offensive productivity while Addison is sidelined. This situation could deter the Vikings' performance in the early part of the season, making an appeal of the suspension a potential strategic move for both Addison and the team. Missing this time could be particularly detrimental, as the Vikings aim for a strong start after their previous successful season, hoping to overcome a challenging schedule in the weeks following these initial games. The stakes are high as the team prepares for formidable opponents, including the defending Super Bowl champions and other critical matchups, requiring the team to field their best players right from the start.