Former Ravens, Towson RB Terrance West Facing Assault Charges

West accused of punching contractor over carpet stains at his home

Mar. 21, 2026 at 4:50pm

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Former Baltimore Ravens and Towson University running back Terrance West is facing assault charges after an incident at his home in Prince George's County, Maryland. West is accused of grabbing a contractor and punching him in the face during an argument over carpet stains.

Why it matters

West was a standout player at Towson University and had a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens, making this a high-profile case involving a former local football star. Assault charges can have serious legal and professional consequences for athletes.

The details

According to court papers, the incident occurred earlier this month when West got into an argument with a contractor over carpet stains at his home. West is accused of grabbing the contractor and punching him in the face. When police arrived, the contractors said West had a gun.

  • The incident occurred earlier this month at West's home in Prince George's County, Maryland.

The players

Terrance West

A former running back who played for Towson University and had a short stint with the Baltimore Ravens from 2015 to 2017.

The Contractor

An individual who was working at West's home and was allegedly assaulted by West during an argument over carpet stains.

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What’s next

West is expected to appear in court to face the assault charges. The outcome of the case could impact his future professional prospects.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential legal and professional risks that athletes face, even after their playing careers, and the importance of maintaining composure and good judgment off the field.