Louisiana police were not inclined to let Chris Olave slide on a speeding violation on account of his profession.
The Saints wideout was arrested by the Kenner (La.) Police Dept. on Monday after he was allegedly driving 70 miles per hour in a 35-mph zone.
Kenner PD posted video of Olave’s arrest.
In it, Olave admitted to speeding before dropping a line about his status.
“My bad, dawg,” Olave told the officer, before saying, “I play for the Saints, man.”
The officer was not swayed.
“And?” he asked.
Olave was arrested and released about two and a half hours later.
Police said that Olave was “recklessly maneuvering between lanes and around other drivers on the roadway” in his Dodge Charger, and he was charged with reckless operation of a motor vehicle.
“Bro was on the way back to the crib from CVS… aint nun serious,” Chris’ brother, Josh, wrote on X after the report that Chris had been arrested.
The Saints said they are aware of the situation but had no comment.
The 23-year-old wide receiver has 39 catches for 471 yards and a touchdown in seven games for the Saints this season.
He was selected 11th overall in the 2022 NFL Draft after starring at Ohio State.
The 3-4 Saints play the Colts (3-4) in Indianapolis on Sunday.
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