Former NFL Star Calls Out Tiger Woods After Latest DUI Arrest

Emmanuel Acho says he's 'tired of making exceptions' for the famed golfer's legal troubles.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:24am

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Retired NFL player Emmanuel Acho criticized Tiger Woods following the golfer's recent DUI arrest in Florida, saying Woods has 'too many responsibilities' and 'too much wisdom' to be making such 'careless mistakes.' Acho said he's 'tired of making exceptions' for famous celebrities like Woods, who was charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test after a rollover car crash.

Why it matters

This is Woods' fourth auto-related incident and second DUI arrest, raising concerns about his judgment and the consequences of his actions as a high-profile public figure. Acho's comments reflect a growing sentiment that celebrities should be held to the same standards as ordinary citizens when it comes to public safety and the law.

The details

Woods was arrested on March 27, 2026, after his Land Rover was involved in a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida. While Woods blew a 'triple zero' on a breathalyzer test, indicating no alcohol impairment, authorities believed he was under the influence of drugs and charged him with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test. Woods was able to crawl out of the passenger side of the overturned vehicle.

  • Woods was arrested on Friday, March 27, 2026, after the rollover crash.
  • Just days before the incident, Woods competed for the first time in more than a year as part of the Jupiter Links Golf Club.

The players

Emmanuel Acho

A retired NFL linebacker who now hosts a late-night sports talk show called Speakeasy.

Tiger Woods

A 50-year-old professional golfer and cultural icon who has faced multiple legal issues related to car crashes and DUI arrests over the years.

Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek

The sheriff who confirmed details of Woods' arrest, including that he refused a urinalysis test after a negative breathalyzer.

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What they’re saying

“'Tiger, you got too many responsibilities, too much money, too much wisdom, and too many grey hairs to, at this big age, in this big year of 2026, be going to jail for DUIs.'”

— Emmanuel Acho, Retired NFL Star and TV Host

“'Mr. Woods did a breathalyzer test, blew triple zeros, but when it came time for us to ask for a urinalysis test, he refused.'”

— Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek

What’s next

The Martin County Sheriff's Office has said they will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Woods' arrest and the rollover crash.

The takeaway

This latest incident with Tiger Woods underscores the need for high-profile public figures to be held accountable for their actions, especially when it comes to public safety. Acho's comments reflect a growing sentiment that celebrities should not receive special treatment, even if they have accomplished great things in their careers.