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05/21 11:43 CDT Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr., a former Bulldog, arrested on
suspicion of reckless driving in Georgia
Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr., a former Bulldog, arrested on suspicion of reckless
driving in Georgia
By The Associated Press
Philadelphia Eagles edge rusher Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last
week on suspicion of speeding and reckless driving, authorities said.
Smith, who played at Georgia, was arrested on the night of May 15 for driving
135 mph in a 70 mph zone, according to the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office.
He posted bond and was released roughly an hour later.
Smith, from Savannah, Georgia, was selected by the Eagles with the 30th pick in
the 2023 NFL draft. He has 25 quarterback hits, 10.5 sacks, 10 tackles for
loss, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries over three seasons.
He played a crucial role in the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX run, recording five
quarterback hits, four sacks and four tackles for loss during the playoffs. He
famously refused to exit the Eagles' 40-22 Super Bowl victory against the
Kansas City Chiefs despite sustaining a torn triceps that later required
surgery.
Philadelphia begins organized team activities on Tuesday. Smith has a court
date scheduled for July 15, but a sheriff's office representative said he will
not need to appear if he pays his fines.
A spokesperson for the Eagles didn't immediately respond to a request for
comment from The Associated Press.
Smith is the latest former or current Georgia player to be arrested for driving
offenses. His Eagles teammate, Jalen Carter, was given 12 months' probation and
a $1,000 fine in 2023 after pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges of
reckless driving and racing related to a crash that killed Bulldogs offensive
lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy.
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