Drake Lindsey, the University of Minnesota's starting quarterback and a team captain, was arrested early Friday in Fayetteville, Arkansas, after police say the 20-year-old was found with alcohol and a fraudulent identification. He was taken to the Washington County detention center, processed, and released later that morning on bond. The arrest came just days after the Gophers wrapped spring practices and a public scrimmage in Minneapolis.
According to the Pioneer Press, Lindsey was arrested by the Fayetteville Police Department and booked at 1:13 a.m. Friday on two misdemeanor counts listed as "minor in possession of alcohol" and "possession of a fraudulent identification." The Gophers issued a short statement to the outlet, saying, "We are aware of the situation and will address it internally."
Public intake records from the Washington County Sheriff's Office show Lindsey's booking, his release the same morning on a $470 bond, and a scheduled appearance in Fayetteville District Court. The county's online detention intake report lists the two charges along with the booking timestamps, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office.
On The Field
Lindsey, a Fayetteville native, stepped into Minnesota's starting role as a redshirt freshman and quickly became a central figure in the offense. Team roster and statistical summaries show he completed about 63 percent of his passes for roughly 2,382 yards with 18 touchdowns and six interceptions last season, totals listed by CFBStats.
What Happens Next
Lindsey is scheduled to appear in Fayetteville District Court for a future hearing while the university reviews the matter internally. Head coach P.J. Fleck has emphasized a broader off-field "life program" for players, and the program's staff will determine any team response after reviewing the situation, the Pioneer Press reported.
