Shocking News:LSU Tigers tight end Mason Taylor four other players arrested in Virginia on charges related to domestic

The LSU Tigers, like many college football programs, have faced incidents involving players being arrested over the years. These events often attract significant media attention and can have a lasting impact on the players involved and the reputation of the program.

One high-profile arrest in recent years involved LSU football player Derrius Guice, a standout running back who played for LSU from 2015 to 2017. In August 2021, Guice was arrested in Virginia on charges related to domestic violence, including misdemeanor assault and battery, and destruction of property. The charges stemmed from an incident where Guice allegedly assaulted his girlfriend, damaging her phone and vehicle. This arrest occurred after Guice had been drafted by the Washington Football Team (now the Washington Commanders) in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft. The allegations and arrest led to his release from the Washington Commanders, and his football career was effectively derailed by the legal issues.

Another well-known case occurred in 2019, when LSU football player Rashard Lawrence was arrested during a traffic stop for charges related to driving with an expired license. While this incident was not as severe as some others, it did bring attention to the potential off-field issues of LSU players.

In 2016, LSU defensive back Dwayne Thomas was arrested after allegedly hitting a woman in the face, leading to charges of domestic abuse. Thomas was dismissed from the LSU football team as a result of this arrest, which drew attention to the ongoing issue of domestic violence in college football programs.

These incidents reflect the challenges faced by college football programs, including LSU, in managing their athletes’ behavior both on and off the field. Arrests and legal issues can have significant consequences for a player’s career, their team’s public image, and their future opportunities. In response, many schools have put stricter conduct policies in place and implemented more robust support systems to help athletes navigate personal and legal challenges.