Ole Miss DT Breeland Speaks arrested on suspicion of DUI

Ole Miss defensive tackle Breeland Speaks was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of DUI.

Speaks had 32 tackles in 2015. He posted bail just after 7 a.m. Friday morning and his DUI arrest is listed as a first offense according to the Jackson Clarion-Ledger.

“Breeland’s poor choice does not meet the expectations of our program, and there will be consequences,” Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze said in a statement. “He and I have spoken, and he is very disappointed in himself and will accept whatever punishment that is handed down.

“We are very thankful he is safe and that this was not a life-altering decision. In these situations, we hope our young men learn from their mistakes and do not let the mistake define them.”

Speaks is in line to receive a bunch of playing time in 2016 as Ole Miss is needing to replace potential first-round pick Robert Nkemdiche.

Speaks was the No. 12 strongside defensive end in the country in 2014 and a four-star recruit according to Rivals.

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