JULY 7: An updated version of Hoyt’s story cites the arrest report in this case. Turpin was pulled over late Saturday night for traveling 97 mph in a 70 mph zone. The marijuana and an unholstered pistol were then found while police searched the vehicle. Turpin was released shortly after being booked on Sunday.
JULY 6: Cowboys receiver/returner KaVontae Turpin was arrested and booked into Collin County Jail on Sunday, per court records. 
Turpin faces a pair of misdemeanor charges: possession of marijuana (totaling less than two ounces) and unlawful carrying of a weapon, as detailed by Joseph Hoyt of the Dallas Morning News. Neither the Cowboys nor the NFL have issued a statement at this time.
A 2018 arrest on a assault charges led to Turpin being dismissed from TCU midway through his senior season. That brought an end to a productive college career, during which he flashed potential as a receiver but especially in the return game. After going undrafted, the 5-9, 153-pounder saw time in numerous football leagues during a span which included earning USFL MVP honors. Turpin’s showing there earned him an opportunity with the Cowboys.
The 2022 campaign saw Turpin receive a Pro Bowl selection for his strong production as a kick and punt returner. The 28-year-old was a standout in that regard once again last season, totaling over 1,600 All-Purpose yards and leading the NFL in kick return average (33.5). Those figures led to a first-team All-Pro nod and came about as Turpin also took on an increased offensive role (31-420-2 receiving statline).
Team and player agreed on a three-year deal in March, and the pact’s base value of $13.5MM marks a notable raise from Turpin’s initial contract. Incentives are present which could yield another $4.5MM in compensation if his offensive role and production continue to increase. Dallas has a new WR2 in the form of George Pickens, and expectations will be high for both he and CeeDee Lamb. Turpin could nevertheless be in position for another strong season in 2025 presuming this arrest does not lead to any missed time.
“USFL MVP” lol
Florida would like a word about worst state @never remember
Sorry friend Florida is way better than PA and I live in PA
Where in Pa I live in Butler
Gibsonia. Home of Neil Walker.
Born and raised outside Philly, I respectfully think you are incredibly incorrect. PA is much better than Florida.
I love pa
I love The Bronx, but this is usually just a matter of where you were brought up. Florida looks like a great place, but that 90 degree, 90% humidity would kill me. And I understand it gets worse in the summer.
@JoeBrady hell yeah they can keep that lol
Which summer 😅? We only have 2 seasons here. Not so hot summer and summer
Their laws are smarter (no state income tax). Their economy is better. Their ocean front is WAYYY nicer. There is a reason why people vacation in FL and not PA.
On the downside, I don’t like swamps so there is that…
@Aaaaprospect yeah I’ll pass 😅
Phillies, you had better put that crack pipe down. Fla is the best state in the country, financially and politically.
I think pretty much anyone that watches police chases & those types of videos on YouTube can tell you, just type “Florida man” in the search engine on YouTube, & that’ll settle it. In fact, I would dare say Florida & Wisconsin are ranked one & two.
Speaking of better laws. Florida has an open policy about police reports. They are much more transparent
I feel like half these nfl arrests could be avoided by players just ubering and leaving their guns at home
How dare you use common sense?
that would imply smart decision making
How can you shoot anyone if you leave your gun at home?
Lmao
Jerry can always use Dez Bryant as his fall back option 🙂
Nah he already forced another receiver that he’s in love with to wear #88.
It would be nice to know the rest of the story, for example was he at a bar, stopped for a motor vehicle issue, or what? It’s not like they stop people on the street to look for guns or MJ.
? He was driving 97 mph
Another rockhead. Hey I wanna lose my career because I wanna look like a thug. Was he convicted in the incident in his senior year? If so and it was a felony he would be a convicted felon and convicted felons cannot legally own a gun, not sure if that’s federal or state by state.How do these dummies make it through college if they are this stupid? Hope he gets suspended for a while at least. Maybe if he loses some cash it will smarten him up.
Hey I wanna lose my career because I wanna look like a thug.
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I don’t get it. This is like when players show in in bad condition. You have so little time (for most players) in your career. If it was me, I’d swear off all my vices until my career was over.
I’m shocked the comments aren’t locked
There’s no reason to lock comments. Censorship is a complete failure at changing peoples viewpoints. The staff here do a superb job at moderating the forum and those who are chronic troublemakers are dealt with appropriately.
Unlawful, is that unlicensed? Is it that he has no Carry permit and he was in public with a firearm?
All this whining about gun laws while saying it’s okay to have people walking around with unlicensed firearms and or no Carry permits is pretty silly. And he had weed where weed is illegal – he made the decision to do both where it’s not legal. Why don’t we question this idiot’s critical thinking skills before whining about the laws and acting like he didn’t do anything wrong.
Physically gifted, mentally incompetent.
just a distraction from how well the parsons contract negotiations are going so far
what a smart fella
At the end of the day…he makes bad decisions. Most of these idiots will continue to make bad decisions. Tigers don’t change their stripes.
The moron was going 30 MPH over the speed limit and people are crying about him getting busted for weed.
Everyone knows you have to holster your pistol.
Going 97 in a 70 is the worst offense and it’ll be the least penalized.