In a headline that feels almost too repetitive to be true, two Georgia Bulldogs football players have been arrested on driving related charges by Athens-Clarke County police.
Linebackers Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were each charged with misdemeanor reckless driving charges. According to a story from CBS Sports, Cole — who is expected to be a key piece of the Bulldogs defense this year — was charged with reckless driving and speeding-maximum limits. Ikinnagbon on the other hand faces misdemeanor charges of reckless driving, following too closely and speeding-maximum.
“We are aware of the charges and are actively gathering additional information,” a Georgia team spokesperson said in a statement. “As this is an ongoing legal matter, we will not be providing further comment at this time.”
Since just January of 2023, more than 20 people associated with the program have been arrested on driving-related offenses, a shocking trend which seems to continue to have no answer.
Kirby Smart has told media when asked about the issue that the arrests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, however no explanation can be given to the unexplainable question of how exactly this keeps happening under his watch.
Michael Brauner is a Senior Sports Analyst and Contributing Writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @MBraunerWNSP and hear him every weekday morning from 6 to 9 a.m. on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5, available free online.
