Browns Linebacker Devin Bush Arrested in Pennsylvania on Assault Charges
Former First-Round Pick Faces May Court Date Following Incident
CLEVELAND, OH — Cleveland Browns linebacker Devin Bush Jr. is facing legal trouble following his arrest on Sunday in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, where he was charged with simple assault and harassment, according to court records released Monday.
The 26-year-old was taken into custody by the Bell Acres Police Department and has been issued a notice to appear in court on May 20. The details of the alleged incident have not yet been made public, and neither Bush nor the Browns organization has commented officially on the arrest.
A Journeyman with Promise, Now Under Scrutiny
Bush, who played his college football at Michigan, was a first-round selection in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers, making a name for himself early on as an aggressive, fast-closing linebacker. In his four seasons with Pittsburgh, Bush started 48 games and totaled 268 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, 10 quarterback hits, 4 sacks, and 2 interceptions.
After a stint with the Seattle Seahawks in 2023 — where he appeared in 13 games — Bush signed with the Browns ahead of the 2024 season. In his debut year with Cleveland, he became a key part of the defense, starting 10 games and recording 76 tackles and one sack across 16 appearances.
Despite the team’s ups and downs, Bush’s athleticism and field awareness had earned him a spot for the upcoming season. He recently signed a one-year contract extension with the Browns in March, aiming to solidify his role in the team’s linebacker rotation.
Legal Situation Casts Uncertainty on 2024 Campaign
The timing of Bush’s arrest complicates the Browns’ offseason plans, as teams across the league finalize rosters and prepare for organized team activities (OTAs). A court appearance scheduled for May 20 looms over Bush’s immediate future, both legally and professionally.
It remains unclear whether the team will take any disciplinary action or wait for further developments from the legal proceedings. The NFL could also review the situation under its personal conduct policy, pending more information.
This is a developing story, and further updates are expected as the court date approaches.
