Oregon football assistant coach Ra'Shaad Samples was charged this week with driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless driving after his 2026 Ford F‑150 collided with a parked car in Eugene on April 12.
The crash caused damage to both vehicles but left no injuries, according to the responding officer who concluded that Samples was under the influence based on his condition and statements.
Samples, who joined the Ducks' staff in 2024 under head coach Dan Lanning, has built a rapid rise in his career, beginning with a stint as the youngest‑ever position coach in NFL history with the Los Angeles Rams at age 27 and later serving as Arizona State's passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach.
Legal Proceedings Underway
His attorney, Bryan Boender of Eugene, is slated to represent him at a court appearance scheduled for 1 p.m. on July 20, where the legal outcome will be decided.
The University of Oregon has confirmed that it is handling the matter internally, emphasizing its commitment to accountability while allowing the legal process to run its course.
The incident adds a layer of scrutiny to a program that has been focused on rebuilding its defensive schemes, and it underscores the challenges coaches face when off‑field conduct intersects with public safety.