Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith arrested for speeding in Georgia

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith was arrested last Friday in Twiggs County, Georgia, and charged with speeding and reckless driving. The arrest occurred on an interstate highway.

According to official records, Smith was clocked driving 135 miles per hour in a 70 mph zone. The incident was reported at 10:41 p.m. Smith was booked into the Twiggs County Jail, posted bond, and was released shortly after. A future court date has been scheduled.

This is not the first traffic-related incident for the 25-year-old player. While a student at the University of Georgia, Smith was previously charged with speeding in a construction zone and driving on a suspended license.

Smith was a standout at Georgia, arriving as the nation’s top recruit in 2019 and helping the team win a national championship in 2021. The Eagles selected him with the 30th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. After a quiet rookie season, his performance improved significantly in 2024, culminating in a playoff run where he recorded four postseason sacks. The Eagles have exercised the fifth-year option on his rookie contract for the 2027 season.

His recent arrest places him among other NFL players, including...