Browns release Lonnie Phelps following DUI arrest in Florida after crashing into restaurant

Published: Jun 20, 2024 at 05:10 PM

Associated Press

CLEVELAND -- The Cleveland Browns cut defensive end Lonnie Phelps on Thursday following his arrest on drunken driving charges after he crashed his SUV into a Florida restaurant.

The team did not address Phelps' legal trouble in its news release but mentioned he spent all of 2023 on the practice squad.

Phelps was charged with DUI and damaging property on Wednesday night after authorities say he drove into an outdoor lounge area at Red Shoe Island Bistro in Key West. According to a police report obtained by cleveland.com, he refused to take a breath test.

The report also says Phelps refused to cooperate with officers on the scene.

The 23-year-old Phelps played at Miami (Ohio) before transferring to Kansas. He signed a reserve/future contract with the Browns in January. Phelps participated in Cleveland's minicamp last week.

Related Content

news

Brandon Aiyuk still believes it's likely he's in a 'Niners uniform' in 2024 despite stalled contract talks

Speaking on The Pivot podcast earlier this week, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk indicating that even with where things stand right now in his contract talks with the 49ers, he still believes he'll be wearing red and gold this fall, even as he discussed his options should things not work out.

news

Will Caleb Williams be answer to Bears' unending search for true franchise QB?

A closer look thanks to NFL Research, shows just how significant Caleb Williams' selection was and the daunting history he's trying to move the Chicago Bears past.

news

Vikings WR Jordan Addison believes he's taken his 'game to the next level' after stellar rookie year

While everyone has been focused on storylines involving his teammates, one of the Minnesota Vikings' most promising future stars was toiling away with an focus on becoming one of the NFL's elite receivers himself. Jordan Addison believes he's done just that as he approaches his second season rife with confidence that he can outperform his stellar rookie showing.

news

Eagles CB Darius Slay believes Browns WR Amari Cooper is 'most underappreciated receiver in the league'

If Amari Cooper believes an endorsement will help him secure the contract extension he's aiming for, he received one from a perennial Pro Bowl cornerback. Philadelphia Eagles corner Darius Slay lauded the Cleveland Browns veteran as the most unsung wide receiver in the NFL during a podcast appearance.