New York Jets running back Mike Goodson was arrested Friday morning on drug possession and weapon charges, New Jersey state police spokesman Stephen Jones told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Goodson was found with another man stopped in the center-left lane on Interstate 80 in Denville, N.J., just after 3 a.m., according to police. A tow truck truck driver found them and called 911 due to concerns about the physical condition of Goodson, who was in the passenger seat of a GMC Yukon SUV. He was transported to St. Clare’s Hospital, then brought to police offices when he was deemed healthy enough to discharge.
The 25-year-old was charged with possession of marijuana under 50 grams, possession of paraphernalia, unlawful possession of a loaded handgun and possession of a hollow-point bullet. Goodson was taken to Morristown jail and was behind held on a $50,000 full cash bail. It’s uncertain if he has been released yet.
The driver of the vehicle, 31-year-old Garant Evans of New Jersey, had a prior felony conviction. He faces the same charges as Goodson, in addition to DWI, traffic summonses and possession of a weapon with a prior felony conviction. He is being held on $150,000 bail.
A Jets team spokesperson said: “We are aware of the report and are gathering information.”
The Jets signed Goodson this offseason to a three-year, $6.9 million deal. In 40 career games with Carolina and Oakland, Goodson has rushed for 722 yards and three touchdowns. He’s projected to be part of the team’s rotation at running back.
Story courtesy of Matt Ehalt at ESPNNewYork.com