The NFL has suspended Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison for the first three games of the 2025 regular season following his resolution of a DUI-related case from 2024.

Legal Background

Addison was arrested in July 2024 near Los Angeles International Airport after being found asleep behind the wheel on a highway off-ramp. Authorities reported a blood alcohol level above the legal limit. In July 2025, he pled no contest to a reduced charge of “wet reckless”, a lesser offense than DUI that still involves alcohol.

As part of his plea deal, Addison received:

• 12 months of probation

• A $390 fine

• Mandatory completion of two online educational courses

His probation is expected to end early after six months if all conditions are met.

NFL Disciplinary Action

Under the league’s policy on substance abuse, first-time alcohol-related offenses typically result in a three-game suspension without pay, assuming there are no aggravating circumstances. With Addison’s legal case now resolved, the NFL moved forward with the suspension ahead of the regular season.

Impact on the Vikings

Addison will miss the following games:

• Week 1: at Chicago Bears

• Week 2: vs Atlanta Falcons

• Week 3: vs Cincinnati Bengals

He is eligible to return in Week 4, when the Vikings travel to Dublin, Ireland, to face the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Career Overview

A 2023 first-round draft pick (23rd overall), Addison has been a key part of the Vikings’ offense. Over his first two seasons, he totaled:

• 133 receptions

• 1,786 receiving yards

• 19 touchdowns

In 2024, he recorded 63 catches for 875 yards and nine touchdowns across 15 games.

Player and Team Response

Addison addressed the situation during training camp, stating:
“Everything is out of my control right now. Whatever the league has got for me, I’ll be prepared with whatever decision they make.”

The Vikings’ coaching staff has anticipated the possibility of a suspension and have worked to prepare depth options at wide receiver, including Jalen Nailor, Tai Felton, and Rondale Moore, to fill in during Addison’s absence.