by Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush Jr. has been arraigned on charges stemming from an alleged assault on his girlfriend that occurred in May 2025. The arraignment took place Friday, July 18, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, at the Common Pleas Court.
The 25-year-old athlete, a former Michigan Wolverines linebacker and 2019 first-round NFL Draft pick, is facing charges of simple assault—a second-degree misdemeanor—and a summary charge of harassment. A pre-trial hearing is scheduled for August 15 at 9 p.m.
Key details from the incident and charges:
- The alleged assault occurred in Sewickley, a suburb of Pittsburgh.
- The woman reported that Bush Jr. assaulted her and took her car keys before leaving the home.
- Police said the victim sought refuge at a neighbor’s house and had visible injuries, including a cut on her wrist and an abrasion near her toe.
- During the initial police interaction with the victim, Bush Jr. reportedly returned to the residence and was told to remain on the property.
- The victim said the argument began over one of Bush’s friends and escalated due to a kitchen mess.
- She reportedly began recording the confrontation, prompting Bush Jr. to chase her through the home.
- He allegedly pinned her against a massage table to seize her phone, then smashed it and attempted to locate her iPad to prevent her from contacting others.
- Bush Jr. admitted to destroying the phone but denied any physical altercation.
NFL and team response:
- The Cleveland Browns acknowledged they are aware of the situation and are gathering more information.
- Bush Jr. joined the Browns in 2024, recording 76 tackles in 16 games last season.
- He was originally drafted 10th overall by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2019 and later played for the Seattle Seahawks in 2023.
Bush Jr.’s legal proceedings are ongoing, and the outcome of the upcoming pre-trial hearing will determine the next steps in the case.
