UPDATE: According to ESPN, Addison said he was speeding because his dog was having an emergency at his residence. The nature of the emergency was not disclosed.
Addison said in a statement he made a mistake and used poor judgment:
I recognize and own that. I am going to learn from this and not repeat the behavior. I am truly sorry.
Minnesota Vikings' rookie wide receiver Jordan Addison was issued a citation for reckless driving early Thursday morning.
Just after 3:00 a.m., a Minnesota State Patrol trooper was traveling eastbound on Interstate 94 Dale Street when they saw a driver in a Lamborghini Urus speeding.
Police say the driver was traveling 140 mph in a 55 mph zone.
The trooper made a traffic stop and the driver was identified as Addison, 21, of Frederick, Maryland.
Addison was issued a citation for speed and reckless driving.
This remains an open investigation.
The Minnesota Vikings issued the following statement:
We are aware of last night’s traffic incident involving Jordan Addison and are gathering additional information.
