A collision on April 12 in Eugene involving University of Oregon assistant football coach Ra’Shaad Darnell Samples' Ford F‑150 and a parked Dodge Ram has drawn legal attention. The incident occurred on Willamette Street near Broadway Avenue, a busy corridor in the city's downtown area.
Police responded to the scene and, rather than making an arrest, issued a citation for driving under the influence of intoxicants and reckless driving. The citation obliges Samples to appear in court, where the charges will be addressed in the coming weeks.
Employment details and contract obligations
Samples is in the first year of a two‑year contract as a running backs coach. His annual compensation totals $825,000, not including potential bonus payments, and his employment agreement includes a clause that outlines ethical responsibilities for university staff.
University’s internal response
The University of Oregon has handled the matter internally, choosing not to issue a public statement beyond confirming that the situation is being managed according to university policy. Athletics officials say the incident will not disrupt the team's preparation for the upcoming season.
Bryan Boender, the attorney representing Samples, declined to comment on the specifics of the case, leaving many details of the legal proceedings yet to be disclosed.