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Former Vikings WR Cordarrelle Patterson arrested for domestic assault

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Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Former Vikings WR Cordarrelle Patterson arrested for domestic assault

Summary

Cordarrelle Patterson, a former wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings, was arrested on October 17 in Tennessee on charges of domestic assault. Patterson's wife reported to authorities that he grabbed her hair and arm during a dispute, and officers noted bruising on her arm. He was released later that day on a $1,000 bond. The developments come as Patterson has not played in an NFL game since 2024 and has not officially retired. There is still uncertainty regarding the legal proceedings following the arrest.

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By the Numbers

•Patterson arrested in Tennessee on October 17, 2026.
•Charge relates to alleged domestic assault against his wife.
•Patterson released later the same day on a $1,000 bond.
•He has not played in the NFL since 2024.
•Current legal process details remain unclear.

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3:59 AMYahoo Sports — Vikings’ Former WR’s Arrest Details Emerge

What they're saying

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Earlier this month, we reported on the arrest of former Minnesota Vikings WR Cordarrelle Patterson.TMZ reported that Patterson was booked into the Sevier County Jail in Tennessee on the morning of October 17th. At the time of reporting, it was shared that Patterson was taken in on a charge of domestic assault.Mr. Patterson was later […] The post Vikings’ Former WR’s Arrest Details Emerge appeared first on HEAVY.
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