Life is full of challenges, and Everson Griffen faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.
Everson Griffen is a former American professional football player, recognized as a defensive end in the NFL. He played college football at USC after graduating from Agua Fria High School. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL draft, he played ten seasons with them. In 2020, Griffen signed with the Dallas Cowboys and was later traded to the Detroit Lions during the same year. He returned to the Vikings in August 2021.
October 11, 2012: Leave of Absence Following Mother's Death
On October 11, 2012, Griffen was granted an indefinite leave from the team after the death of his mother.
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October 18, 2015: Missed Game Due to Illness
On October 18, 2015, Griffen missed the game against the Kansas City Chiefs due to an illness.
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September 20, 2018: Vikings Letter
On September 20, 2018, Everson Griffen and his agent received a letter from the Minnesota Vikings, stipulating he must undergo a mental health evaluation before returning to the team.
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September 25, 2018: Mental Health Evaluation
On September 25, 2018, Everson Griffen was taken to the hospital for a mental health evaluation.
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2018: Played 11 Games in 2018
Griffen played in 11 games in the 2018 season and missed five games due to a personal matter.
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November 24, 2021: 911 call and health care facility transport
On November 24, 2021, Everson Griffen called 911 claiming intruders, posted videos with a pistol, and was later transported to a health care facility after contact with law enforcement and team psychologists.
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December 3, 2021: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis
On December 3, 2021, Everson Griffen revealed that he had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
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July 23, 2023: Arrested for DWI
On July 23, 2023, Everson Griffen was arrested in Chanhassen, Minnesota, for 4th degree driving under the influence (DWI).
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October 28, 2023: Car Crash
On October 28, 2023, Everson Griffen crashed his car into a fence and gazebo in Mound, Minnesota.
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December 7, 2023: Speeding Incident
On December 7, 2023, Everson Griffen was caught driving 55 in a 30 speed zone.
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May 30, 2024: Arrested for DWI and cocaine possession
On May 30, 2024, Everson Griffen was arrested for DWI and cocaine possession in Minneapolis, Minnesota after driving 82 MPH in a 55 MPH zone.
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