After a false alarm, it appears the near-record-setting performance by the “Days Without An Arrest Meter” has come to an end.
Seahawks fullback Owen Schmitt was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in Black Diamond, Washington on Saturday. (Unless it was someone who was just using Schmitt’s ID. And then that someone released a statement through the team.)
“I sincerely apologize to the team, the NFL, the fans and my family and friends for my actions and my poor judgment,” Schmitt said. “I fully understand the seriousness of this matter, and I am disappointed in myself. I am committed to earning back the trust of everyone affected.”
Schmitt’s blood-alcohol content was listed as .151 and .161. The legal limit in Washington is .08. His arraignment is scheduled for July 8.
Some background about Schmitt: He was drafted in the fifth round last year out of West Virginia, but mostly played special teams because of Leonard Weaver. Justin Griffith was signed this offseason to compete for snaps, although Schmitt is believed to be the favorite to start.
