In the wake of Jay Cutler's arrest, Tyreek Hill calls out big hypocrisy amidst police misconduct fight

The NFL is no stranger to controversy, but recent incidents have cast a shadow over the league. Just as Tyreek Hill made headlines for his arrest on the way to the season opener, former quarterback Jay Cutler was charged with possession of a handgun and DUI in Franklin, Tennessee. With the spotlight on both an active player and a retired legend, the NFL faces the repercussions of these troubling events. Let’s delve into the details surrounding Cutler’s arrest and the reactions that have followed.

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The NFL has been shaken by ongoing run-ins with law enforcement. Recently, Tyreek Hill was arrested en route to the season opener, and now former quarterback Jay Cutler faces charges in Franklin, Tennessee for possession of a handgun and DUI. He’s also hit with two additional charges: failure to exercise due care and violation of implied consent.


In the wake of Hill's arrest, he received backing from teammates and fans. He’s now calling out media hypocrisy, referencing Cutler’s arrest and posting on X (formerly Twitter), “I don’t see no media outlets talking about what just happened with former QB.”


While Hill remains an active player in the NFL and was headed to a game during his incident, Cutler retired seven years ago in 2017. Though Cutler’s arrest initially flew under the radar, it quickly gained traction across media outlets once it became public. Here’s what we know about the situation.


On the evening of October 17th, Franklin Police stopped the former Dolphins quarterback for a check and found him driving under the influence. He was booked at Williamson County Jail at 6:50 PM CDT, but it’s unclear if his arrest involved violence like Tyreek Hill’s.


After spending about three hours in custody, he posted a $5,000 bond and was released at 9:59 PM CDT. In his mugshot, the NFL legend appeared tired and disheveled. As of now, he has not made any public comments regarding his arrest, and more details are still pending. In contrast, Tyreek Hill was under the public spotlight, with many supporters rallying around him.



What occurred with the police officers involved in Tyreek Hill's arrest?


On his way to the Jaguars opener in his McLaren 720S, Tyreek Hill was stopped and arrested by Miami Dade County officials. He was later released, scored a touchdown, and celebrated in a handcuffed pose, but body cam footage revealed the aggressive nature of his arrest. Officer Manuel Batista initiated the stop, leading to a confrontation with Hill, while Officer Danny Torres handcuffed him. The backlash resulted in Torres being placed on administrative leave, having been suspended six times in 27 years. In the post-game conference, Hill questioned the police misconduct , asking, “What if I wasn’t Tyreek Hill?” While tensions have eased, his remarks highlight how active players often garner more headlines than retired legends. We’ll keep reporting on players, both current and former, to provide fans with insights.

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