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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Time of India
'After the gun video?' Houston Texans signed cornerback Damon Arnette, who once brandished guns and threatened an unnamed individual's life
(Image via Getty Images: Damon Arnette) Former Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Damon Arnette comes with a lot of baggage. In November 2021, he shared a social media video where he brandished guns and threatened an unnamed individual's life. In January 2022, he got into an argument with two Las Vegas Strip casino valets about a receipt for parking his Mercedes SUV at the Park MGM Hotel. The argument escalated to a gruesome point where Arnette took out a .45-caliber handgun and threatened the two hotel valets. In February 2024, former Ohio State cornerback Damon Arnette was arrested for possession of a drug(methamphetamine) and unlawful carrying of a firearm. It comes as no surprise for fans to respond with, 'After the gun video?' in reaction to the Houston Texans' recent post on X. Raiders Cornerback Damon Arnette threatening to kill fans in his dms! 'I wasn't a professional before, I was just a dawg,' admits disgraced sportsman Damon Arnette On May 17, 2025, Aaron Wilson, KPRC 2 Houston Texans Reporter, interviewed former Houston Roughnecks cornerback Damon Arnette. Arnette talked about his past and how his family and coaches at the Houston Roughnecks of the UFL helped him transform into a better player and a better person. Arnette shared, 'I'm 28 years old now right now with three kids, with a mom and dad that loves me and has my back right now. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Concentrated Siberian Ginseng Extract 2oz Superior Ginseng Undo With coaches, I feel like I've proved a complete turnaround. All the coaches that have been with me right now, I feel like their words would be more valuable because I've said a lot of things in the past. What I would say is what they see on film. That's me being out of commission for three years. I'm a dawg on the field. I'm more of a professional now than I ever was. I wasn't a professional before. I was just a dawg. I found professionalism and a calm state of mind. I feel like I'm the best version of myself that I've ever seen.' 'I had to take a look in the mirror,' says a reformed CB Damon Arnette before he was destined to sign with the Houston Texans Arnette further shared how he transformed himself while playing for the Roughnecks earlier this year, 'I had to take a look in the mirror. I had to make some serious life changes. And the main thing that I did was I invited back my support system, my foundation. I see how dangerous it is to be trying to navigate in a new world, new environment, new situations with no experience. So, I definitely learn from that end. I said to Coach (Curtis)Johnston - I needed him to tell me - No, that I couldn't play. That hurt my heart - you know what I'm saying? Because I'm thinking I'm doing everything right. But obviously, I wasn't because things just kept happening, and I had nobody to blame but myself. I'm always thankful for Coach C.J. and Coach Johnston. It was just a blessing to be here.' This transformation resulted in the NFL 's Houston Texans signing him! On June 20, 2025, the Texans announced via their X account, 'We have signed Damon Arnette and made another roster move.' Comments flew in at the speed of light. Check out some interesting ones below! 'Isn't this the guy who was showing off an AK on IG live,' commented a fan and other fans chimed in with their interesting responses I hope he's cleaned up his act. Bro was behaving like a thug. Even the coaches said they tried to help him but he wouldn't let them help him Houston you definitely do have a Problem Texans signing everybody!!! 😂😂😂 Yet another great example of the value of @TheUFL This guy is bad news!! Houston, don't do it! Isn't this the guy who was showing off an AK on IG live 😭 Texans desperate to field any DBs at this point Roughnecks ➡️ Texans Arnette gets a second chance in the NFL and he's staying put in Houston! Deserves another chance, and he's getting a one with a good team Houston, you have a problem… and not the good kind, either. Hope he stays out of trouble this time Good luck Damon. You didn't do much of anything for the Raiders. Hopefully you have matured and can focus on football. Also Read: 'Acknowledging me before you drool all over my husband': Kylie Kelce forewarns fans to not post any drool comments on naked Jason Kelce tattoo | NFL News - Times of India Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Troubled NFL star Damon Arnette arrested on gun and meth charges last year signs with the Houston Texans
The Houston Texans have signed troubled free-agent cornerback Damon Arnette after he revived his dormant pro football career with the UFL's Houston Roughnecks following a series of disturbing arrests. Arnette was one of two Las Vegas Raiders first-round picks in 2020 to ultimately be released amid serious legal problems. While receiver Henry Ruggs III remains in prison for the 2021 drunk-driving crash that killed 23-year-old Tina Tintor, Arnette has been accused of litany of crimes: Fleeing the scene of a vehicular collision, brandishing a firearm and making death threats, assault with a deadly weapon, carrying a concealed weapon without a permit, several drug charges and driving on a suspended license. Most recently, in January of 2024, Arnette was picked up in Richardson, Texas and charged with possession of methamphetamine and unlawful carrying of a firearm. MORE TO FOLLOW...
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Houston Texans Fans React to Damon Arnette Signing After Jimmie Ward Arrest
Houston Texans Fans React to Damon Arnette Signing After Jimmie Ward Arrest originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Less than a week after veteran safety Jimmie Ward was arrested on a felony assault charge, the Houston Texans appear to have added another defensive back to their roster. Advertisement According to KPRC2 reporter Aaron Wilson, the Texans are signing former Las Vegas Raiders first-round cornerback Damon Arnette to a one-year deal. The 28-year-old is expected to replace veteran corner Ronald Darby who retired earlier this month. Arnette, who has also had his share of legal issues, hasn't played in the NFL since 2021. He most recently played for the UFL's Houston Roughnecks this spring, registering 18 tackles, one sack, and an interception returned for a touchdown. The 19th overall pick out of Ohio State in the 2020 NFL Draft, Arnette played in 13 NFL games across two seasons (2020 and 2021), recording 29 total tackles and three passes defended. Advertisement Barstool's Jon Gruden, Arnette's former head coach, is extremely proud of the changes he's made since last suiting up for an NFL game. Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Damon Arnette (20) during a joint practiceKirby Lee-Imagn Images 'He's got a whole new identity,' Gruden told KPRC 2 in a telephone interview. 'I see a guy who has reinvented himself. He has done it very impressively. I hope he continues to do that. We'll all be able to pull for him. Some of the best stories I've been involved in with coaching is seeing guys turn it around from adversity." Houston Texans fans also weighed-in on social media after the news of Arnette's signing broke. "Hopefully he's over the off the field stuff because he's a solid player." one user wrote. Advertisement "Good for him he definitely deserves a second chance!" another suggested. "We do love our first round corner reclamation projects," a user commented. Arnette may find playing time hard to come by, however, in Houston's loaded secondary led by Derek Stingley Jr. and Kamari Lassiter. He'll get a chance to prove himself next month when the Texans open training camp on July 22. Related: Texans Cornerback Duo Ranked as NFL's Best Entering 2025 Related: Veteran WR Christian Kirk Reveals Texans Ceiling with QB C.J. Stroud This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
Reuters
3 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Reports: Texans to sign former first-round pick Damon Arnette
June 18 - The Houston Texans are signing former first-round pick Damon Arnette Jr., who has not played in the NFL since legal problems derailed his career in 2022, multiple outlets reported Wednesday. The defensive back worked out for the Texans on June 9 ahead of the team's minicamp. Arnette most recently played for the Houston Roughnecks of the UFL, racking up 18 tackles and an interception in the recently completed season. Arnette, 28, was selected No. 19 overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2020 draft. He played in 13 games (seven starts) before being hit with felony gun charges stemming from an incident at a Las Vegas casino in January 2022. Arnette was accused of brandishing a .45-caliber handgun during an argument with casino valets. Arnette was sentenced to community service and fined $2,000 in August 2023 after agreeing to a plea deal. The Raiders released Arnette in November 2021 amid two lawsuits and a troubling video posted by the player. The video showed Arnette repeatedly threatening to kill someone while brandishing what appeared to be semi-automatic weapons. The Kansas City Chiefs, who had signed Arnette to a reserve contract, released him after the arrest at the casino. Injuries limited Arnette to 13 games (seven starts) in his one-plus seasons with the Raiders. He didn't record any interceptions and had 29 tackles. Arnette told Houston television station KPRC 2 earlier this spring that he initially was rejected by the UFL by Daryl Johnston, the executive vice president of football operations, because of his past. Arnette said that led to a change, and Johnston reconsidered. "One, I had to take a look in the mirror," Arnette said. "I had to make some serious life changes. And the main thing that I did was I invited back my support system, my foundation, and that's probably something I will never let go of again because I see how dangerous it is to be trying to navigate in a new world, new environment, new situations with no experience. So, I definitely learn from that end. I said to coach Johnston, I needed him to tell me no, that I couldn't play." --Field Level Media
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Texans to sign Damon Arnette
Cornerback Damon Arnette spent the 2025 UFL season in Houston and he'll be trying to spend the 2025 NFL season in the same city. According to multiple reports, the Texans will sign Arnette to their 90-man roster. Arnette recently worked out for the team. Advertisement It's the first time Arnette will be on an NFL roster since early 2022. He was a 2020 first-round pick by the Raiders, but was released during his rookie season after the release of a video showing him making threats while carrying a firearm. He was signed to a future contract by the Chiefs in 2022, but was released after being arrested for assault. Arnette put himself back on the NFL radar by playing well with the Roughnecks in the UFL and he'll now have a chance at a more successful second act in the big leagues.
