Former Ohio State standout Terrelle Pryor was arrested in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, on May 24 after a routine traffic stop for speeding escalated into a criminal charge of misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance. Police said he was found in the back seat of a Mercedes, lying in an unusual position, with a rifle lying on the floor, though he was not the driver.
A Look Back at Pryor’s Career
Pryor’s college years at Ohio State were marked by explosive performances as a dual‑threat quarterback, culminating in a 2010 season that saw him throw for 2,772 yards and 27 touchdowns. He earned the reputation of being the nation’s top quarterback prospect before leaving the program in June 2011 following the resignation of coach Jim Tressel.
After entering the supplemental draft, Pryor spent seven seasons in the NFL, switching to wide receiver in 2015. His most productive year came in 2016 with the Cleveland Browns, where he amassed 1,007 receiving yards and four touchdown catches.
The legal proceedings will continue on August 3, when Pryor is scheduled for a preliminary hearing. The case has drawn attention not only for its criminal charge but also for the former star’s high‑profile football background.