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Bulldogs' McLeod Arrested Days After Quitting Team
4 Sep
Summary
- Xzavier McLeod arrested in Athens, GA, on a criminal trespass charge.
- Arrest occurred just days after McLeod announced his retirement from football.
- Coach Smart confirmed McLeod had not been with the team for weeks.
Xzavier McLeod, formerly a defensive lineman for the Georgia Bulldogs, was arrested in Athens, Georgia, on September 3, 2026. The arrest followed closely on the heels of McLeod's announcement of his retirement from football. He was subsequently released on a $9 cash bond.
McLeod was charged with criminal trespass and damage to property related to family violence. Head coach Kirby Smart indicated that McLeod's departure from the team was not recent, stating that he had not participated in team activities since the second practice of the season. Smart expressed respect for McLeod's decision to step away from the sport and noted that he would still graduate that semester.
The timing of the arrest is notable as the Bulldogs are preparing for their season opener. While McLeod's absence affects the team's defensive line depth, Georgia has other promising pass rushers ready to step up. The $9 bond suggests the incident may not have been severe, but it adds an unfortunate headline as the team builds excitement for the upcoming season.
