JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Marcell Dareus was cited for marijuana possession following an early Wednesday morning traffic stop, according to WJXT TV-4 in Jacksonville.
Atlantic Beach police pulled Dareus over for speeding just before 2 a.m. Wednesday and an officer noticed a strong scent of marijuana coming from the vehicle, according to WJXT. Police found two joints and a marijuana grinder, the station reported.
Dareus was given a notice to appear for misdemeanor possession of marijuana under 20 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia. He also was given a verbal warning for speeding, per WJXT.
The team released a statement that said it was aware of the citation and that the matter would be handled internally.