Former Pitt WR Jordan Addison faces DUI charges

Former Pitt standout wide receiver Jordan Addison faces a possible suspension in the NFL after being charged with DUI.

The Star Tribune out of Minneapolis reports the Minnesota Vikings WR was arrested July 12 near Los Angeles International Airport, suspected of driving under the influence. He was found asleep in the car blocking a highway.

Addison was charged last week with a misdemeanor.

He faces a possible three-game suspension, per NFL rules.

Addison won the Biletnikoff Award in 2021 as a sophomore. The award is giving to the best wide receiver in the country.

That season, he had 93 catches for 1,479 yards with 17 touchdowns and helped lead the Panthers to an ACC Championship.

Addison then transferred to USC, finishing out his career with the Trojans.

The 22-year-old was the Vikings’ first-round pick in 2023.

He started in 14 games for the Vikings last season with 70 catches for 911 yards and 10 touchdowns.