Vikings suspend Gerald Alexander for 3 weeks after DWI arrest
Vikings bench defensive backs coach for three weeks after DWI guilty plea, spotlighting staff conduct in the NFL
The brief
Vikings defensive backs coach Gerald Alexander has been suspended for three weeks after his arrest on a driving while impaired charge. The league’s disciplinary action follows his guilty plea to a DWI, removing him from staff duties through the suspension period. The penalty affects the Vikings’ secondary coaching and comes as the team prepares for the upcoming mid‑season schedule.
Reporting by ESPN, the Star Tribune and kare11.com details the suspension, while The New York Times notes Alexander’s guilty plea. The consistent coverage underscores the seriousness with which NFL teams are handling legal issues involving staff. In parallel, NBC Sports reported the Eagles awarding quarterback Jalen Carter a four‑year, $152 million extension, indicating divergent disciplinary and contract actions across the league.
Monitoring future releases will reveal who assumes his duties and whether additional actions are taken.
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Coverage (7)
- Vikings suspend DB coach Gerald Alexander for three weeks NBC Sports · 3h ago
- Former Steelers Coach Suspended For Three Weeks Steelers Depot · 3h ago
- Vikings DB coach Gerald Alexander suspended for DUI arrest kare11.com · 3h ago
- Vikings suspend defensive backs coach Gerald Alexander after DUI arrest Star Tribune · 3h ago
- Vikings DB coach suspended after pleading guilty to driving while impaired The New York Times · 3h ago
- Eagles give Carter 4-year, $152M extension NBC Sports · 3h ago
- Vikings suspend Gerald Alexander for 3 weeks after DWI arrest ESPN · 3h ago
Quick answers
What disciplinary action was taken against Gerald Alexander?
He was suspended for three weeks after pleading guilty to a driving while impaired charge.
Which outlets reported on the Vikings' coach suspension?
ESPN, the Star Tribune, kare11.com and The New York Times covered the suspension; NBC Sports reported a separate Eagles contract story.
How will the Vikings handle coaching duties during the suspension?
The team will need to assign defensive backs coaching responsibilities to existing staff for the three‑week period.
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