Plano, Texas, January 15, 2026
Donovan Ezeiruaku, a defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys, was arrested for reckless driving in Plano, Texas. He was released on a $500 bond. The Dallas Cowboys acknowledged the incident but declined further comment. Ezeiruaku’s performance during his rookie season included 40 total tackles and two sacks. This arrest follows a prior incident where he was ejected from a game after a sideline altercation. The legal implications of the reckless driving charge are still unfolding as the investigation continues.
Frisco, Texas – Dallas Cowboys Defensive End Donovan Ezeiruaku Arrested for Reckless Driving
Frisco, Texas – Dallas Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku, 22, was arrested on Sunday, January 11, 2026, on a reckless driving charge in Plano, Texas. He was released after posting a $500 bond.
Details of the Arrest
At approximately 11:54 p.m. on Sunday, a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper observed a vehicle being operated recklessly on the southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway in Plano. The trooper initiated a traffic stop, leading to the arrest of the driver, identified as Ezeiruaku. He was charged with reckless driving, a Class B misdemeanor, and released after posting a $500 bond.
Team’s Response
The Dallas Cowboys organization acknowledged the arrest but declined to provide further comments.
Background on Donovan Ezeiruaku
Ezeiruaku was selected by the Cowboys in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft from Boston College. During his rookie season, he recorded 40 total tackles and two sacks. Prior to the arrest, Ezeiruaku was ejected from the Cowboys’ Week 18 game against the New York Giants after a sideline altercation.
Legal Implications
Reckless driving in Texas is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, which can result in fines up to $200, up to 30 days in county jail, or both. The outcome of Ezeiruaku’s case will depend on how prosecutors proceed and the evidence documented by the arresting officers.
Next Steps
The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Further details will be provided as they become available.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Arrest Date | January 11, 2026 |
| Location | Plano, Texas |
| Charge | Reckless driving (Class B misdemeanor) |
| Bond | $500 |
| Team’s Response | Acknowledged the arrest; declined further comment |
| Rookie Season Performance | 40 total tackles, 2 sacks |
| Previous Incident | Ejected from Week 18 game against New York Giants after sideline altercation |
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