Seattle Seahawks backup quarterback Geno Smith was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of DUI, in accordance with King County court docket data obtained by ESPN. Smith was arrested at 2:10 a.m. by the Washington State Patrol and launched from a King County correctional facility at 9:27 a.m.

“Geno is totally cooperative with the investigation. I hope that an open thoughts might be stored by all because the info are ascertained,” Smith’s legal professional Jon Fox mentioned in a press release to ESPN. 

On Sunday, the Seahawks defeated the Arizona Cardinals 38-30, ending the common season with a 7-10 file. This 12 months will mark the primary time the Seahawks have missed the playoffs since 2017. Smith simply wrapped up his third season with the Seahawks, however is scheduled to be a free agent this offseason.

Smith began three video games this season when Russell Wilson was sidelined as a result of his finger damage. In these three video games, he accomplished 70.5% of his passes for 571 yards and 4 touchdowns whereas going 1-2. 

Smith was initially drafted by the New York Jets within the second spherical of the 2013 NFL Draft out of West Virginia. He has additionally frolicked with the New York Giants and Los Angeles Chargers. The 31-year-old has gone 13-21 as a starter in 9 seasons.