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Ex-NFL Star Jay Cutler Pleads Guilty to DUI Charge After Arrest
23 Oct
Summary
- Cutler initially denied drinking before DUI arrest
- Cutler's blood-alcohol level was nearly 3 times legal limit
- Cutler sentenced to 4 days in jail, fined $350, and placed on probation
In a troubling incident, former NFL star Jay Cutler was arrested for DUI in 2024 after rear-ending another vehicle in Franklin, Tennessee. Newly-released bodycam footage from the arrest reveals that Cutler initially told law enforcement he had not consumed any alcohol, but later admitted to having "a little bit."
Despite his initial denial, Cutler's blood-alcohol level was found to be 0.23, nearly three times the legal limit. He was subsequently handcuffed, taken to the hospital for a blood draw, and booked into the Williamson County Jail. Cutler was later released on a $5,000 bond.
In August 2025, Cutler pleaded guilty to the DUI charge as part of a plea deal. He was sentenced to 4 days in jail, ordered to pay a $350 fine, and placed on 1 year of probation. Cutler has also had his license revoked for a period of time.
The other driver involved in the collision has since sued Cutler, alleging that he was following too closely and failed to maintain proper lookout. The lawsuit claims the driver suffered injuries and seeks unspecified damages.
Cutler, who shares three children with ex-wife Kristin Cavallari, has not directly addressed the incident on his podcast since his release from jail in October 2025.
