Minnesota QB Lindsey arrested after alcohol, fake ID accusations

Minnesota starting quarterback drake lindsay He was arrested early Friday in Arkansas and charged with underage possession of alcohol and possession of fake identification.

According to a preliminary report from the Fayetteville Police Department, an officer was alerted by Yeehog Bar employees just after midnight about a possible counterfeit identification document. Staff dispatched a police officer to 20-year-old Lindsey, who admitted to having fake identification and drinking alcohol before arriving at the bar.

The Fayetteville, Arkansas native was taken to the Washington County Detention Center. A copy of the fake ID was found in his wallet. Lindsey signed a form for a minor in possession of alcohol/fraudulent or attempting to use an altered identification document. He was released about seven hours later after posting $470 bond.

“We are aware of the situation and will address it internally,” a Minnesota spokesperson said in a statement to ESPN.

The 6-foot-5, 230-pound Lindsay entered the 2025 season and set a team record for most wins (eight) by a freshman. He completed 249 of 386 passes for 2,382 yards and 18 touchdowns with six interceptions last time out.

Minnesota completed spring practice last month, and Lindsey completed 4 of 5 passes for 89 yards in the spring game. The Gophers open the 2026 season on September 3 at home against Eastern Illinois.

Lindsey has scheduled hearings for June 1 and June 29 in Fayetteville District Court.