On Friday, Indianapolis Colts tight end Drew Ogletree was arrested in Hendricks County, Indiana, raising questions about the team’s AFC playoff chances. The 2022 sixth-round pick faces two Level 6 felonies: domestic violence with a child under 16 and domestic battery with moderate bodily injury. The Colts quickly issued a statement highlighting the allegations and their desire to learn more. Despite the team’s postseason aspirations, Ogletree’s eligibility for future games is unknown.
THE INCIDENT UNFOLDS
The arrest stemmed from an alarming domestic disturbance on Tuesday evening, as Avon, Indiana police responded to a distress call.
Shockingly, the probable cause affidavit detailed a horrifying account of the altercation where the woman involved was found in excruciating pain, allegedly enduring a “body slam” from Ogletree during an argument.
What’s even more distressing is the presence of Ogletree’s young son during this unfortunate event. This led to an arrest warrant issued on Thursday, followed by Ogletree turning himself in on Friday.
A DARK CLOUD LOOMS OVER
The Colts, deeply entrenched in the AFC playoff race, face an unprecedented challenge as they grapple with the unsettling allegations against one of their key players. The uncertainty surrounding Ogletree’s role in the upcoming crucial game further intensifies the team’s predicament.
Additionally, the fact that the young tight end had just returned in 2023 after a challenging rookie season on injured reserve magnifies the impact of this disturbing development.
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