According to a police department representative, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams was taken into custody by Frisco police on Sunday night on suspicion of possessing a controlled substance and carrying a handgun without authorization.
The unauthorized carrying of a weapon is a misdemeanor, and the controlled substance allegation for alleged possession of THC is a low-level state felony, according to Frisco police. Prior to this, a Star-Telegram source claimed the substance was marijuana.
The psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, THC, comes in various forms and is what gives users a high. [NEW: A police report shows Sam Williams was using a Glock at 71 mph] Williams, 24, participated in Saturday’s 22-14 loss in Seattle for the Cowboys. He arrived back early on Sunday morning with the team. The Cowboys choose not to respond to a
On Monday, the Cowboys were off. Tuesday was Williams’ practice day with the team. According to Texas law, those with epilepsy, seizure disorders, and a number of other diseases may use medical marijuana under certain conditions.
Products containing more than 0.3% THC for recreational purposes are prohibited, even if they are imported into Texas from states where marijuana use is permitted. Williams has had two run-ins with the law since his selection in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
His promising rookie season was marred in December by a two-car collision that led to an arrest warrant. The collision totaled Williams’ vehicle.
Both he and the second car’s driver escaped severe injuries. Each spent a brief time in the hospital. Williams left the scene with a few scuffs on
He missed one game for precautionary reasons. Williams was cited for misdemeanor reckless driving. But trouble details later emerged
Williams was weaving between cars and accelerating to 98 mph in a 55 mph zone, according to Plano police, just before the crash on December 22.
In 2022, Williams was drafted by the Cowboys despite his problematic past at the University of Mississippi. Williams faced charges of sexual battery in July 2020, which led to his suspension from Ole Miss. Two months after the charge was withdrawn, he was given his job back.
Owner Jerry Jones stated that the Cowboys looked at Williams’ background in great detail before selecting him. On draft night, Jones declared, “I’m confident that we know about the young man coming in here, that we’ve covered the ground and we’ve got it all out there.
“We drafted Sam after seeing everything available, and I’m sure we got everything.” Williams may have violated the NFL’s personal conduct rules as a result of the arrest, which could lead to a fine or suspension.
