Former NFL Coach Rex Ryan Was Arrested Wednesday

Originally posted on The Spun | By Chris Rosvoglou | Last updated Nov 11, 2026 11:49 AM ET

Former New York Jets coach and ESPN personality Rex Ryan was arrested by the Nashville police this Wednesday.

The Tennessean is reporting that Ryan was booked at the Davidson County Jail for allegedly being involved in a hit-and-run. The authorities reported that Ryan was driving his truck last week when he ran over the feet of two pedestrians.

“Police said the incident happened late Wednesday, November 4, at Fourth Avenue and Broadway. The pedestrians were crossing Broadway with a walk signal when the truck turned right from Fourth Avenue, ran over both people’s feet and struck one person’s leg, according to MNPD. Both suffered minor injuries,” WSMV reported. “The pedestrians told police the truck continued to Broadway and Rep. John Lewis Way, where it stopped at a red light. They said they waved down the driver, identified by police as Ryan, who got out and argued with them before returning to the truck and driving away.”

According to TMZ, Ryan was arrested this Wednesday on two counts of leaving the scene of an accident, two counts of failing to obey traffic signals and two counts of failing to give information or render aid.

Rex Ryan (Photo by David Buchan/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Images)Variety/Getty Images

What’s next for Rex Ryan?

The timing of this situation could complicate matters for Ryan, who makes regular appearances on “Get Up” every Monday during the NFL season.

It’s unclear if ESPN will part ways with Ryan due to his arrest.

Let’s also not forget that Ryan recently showed interest in Maryland’s head coaching vacancy. We’re not sure if the Terrapins will schedule a meeting with him now.

This article first appeared on The Spun and was syndicated with permission.

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