With the 2024 NFL ​Draft ⁤just around‍ the corner, one of the top defensive prospects‌ has found himself‌ in⁣ hot water. T’Vondre Sweat, a‍ standout ⁣player from the University of Texas, was arrested for driving⁣ while intoxicated, according to a report from KXAN.

The 22-year-old defensive lineman was taken into custody by ⁣Austin Police and is facing a misdemeanor charge.⁤ If convicted, he could​ face up to 180 days in jail and a fine of ⁤up to⁢ $2,000.

The incident occurred ​early​ Sunday morning when Sweat’s SUV collided‍ with another vehicle on​ Interstate-35. The ​driver ‍of ⁣the other vehicle fled the scene⁤ on foot, according to the Austin Police ‍Department.

Sweat’s arrest ‍comes as ​a surprise to‌ many, as he‌ was‍ expected⁣ to be a ​first or second-round pick in the ⁤upcoming draft. ⁣The 2023 ⁣All-American​ and Outland Trophy‍ winner is currently ranked as the No. ‌82 ⁢overall​ prospect by CBS Sports and has been ‍praised for ⁢his ⁤size and skill on‌ the field.

Despite the arrest, Sweat is still scheduled to meet with the Tennessee‍ Titans and Seattle Seahawks this week, according to ‌NFL‌ Media. However, this incident could potentially affect his draft stock.

As the NFL Draft approaches, teams are evaluating players both on and off the field. And for T’Vondre Sweat, his recent arrest for‌ driving while intoxicated could have serious consequences.

While the 22-year-old ⁤defensive lineman⁤ has been praised for his talent and size, this ‍incident raises⁤ questions about his character⁣ and ‍decision-making. Will ⁣teams be willing ⁣to take ⁤a chance on him‍ in the draft? Or will⁣ they pass⁢ on him due to concerns about his off-field behavior?

Only time will tell how this will impact Sweat’s ‍future‌ in the NFL. But one ⁢thing is for sure, this is a situation that no player wants to find themselves in just weeks before the biggest moment of their career.

Stay tuned to Kosport Magazine for​ updates ⁣on this developing ‍story ⁤and for all the latest news and analysis on the world of sports.