Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Ben Cleveland was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) last week, TMZ Sports has learned. The 26-year-old NFL player allegedly had a blood alcohol content (BAC) more than twice the legal limit.
According to documents from the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, Cleveland was suspected of drunk driving in Milledgeville, Georgia, on February 12. He was pulled over around 10:25 PM after swerving in the roadway and nearly driving his black Ford F-250 into a ditch.
During the stop, Cleveland admitted to drinking “approximately 3-4 beers” at a nearby country club before getting behind the wheel. Authorities noted his eyes were “glossy” and there was a strong odor of alcohol coming from his vehicle.
Cleveland failed at least one field sobriety test and blew a .178 on a Breathalyzer test, more than double the legal limit of .08. A second sample taken at the jail showed a BAC of .161.
As a result, Cleveland was charged with DUI – alcohol and failure to maintain lane. He has played in 54 games for the Ravens since joining the team as a third-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, starting seven of them.
The Ravens have not yet responded to requests for comment.