Former Vikings Defensive End Everson Griffen Charged with Ignition‑Interlock Violation in Winona

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen, 38, was arrested in Winona, Minnesota, after police stopped him for traveling 62 mph in a 40‑mph zone. Officers discovered his vehicle lacked the required ignition‑interlock device, a breath‑alcohol‑sensor mandated by his license restrictions. He was booked into the Winona County Jail and charged with a misdemeanor for the violation.

Griffen’s driving record shows multiple prior offenses, including a 2024 conviction for third‑degree DWI that resulted in four years of probation, a 2024 reckless‑driving conviction, and earlier high‑speed incidents. He previously faced a probation‑violation citation in 2025 and has been cited for speeding on Interstate I‑494. Griffen, a 12‑season NFL veteran who played most of his career with the Vikings, has not yet been formally sentenced for the latest charge and remains awaiting trial.