Dallas Cowboys Safety Arrested on Drug Charges

Markquese Bell faces felony and misdemeanor counts in Collin County

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:21pm

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Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell was arrested in Prosper, Texas on Friday and now faces one felony count of possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana, according to Collin County jail records.

Why it matters

This arrest raises concerns about the off-field conduct of a key player on the Dallas Cowboys roster. The team has not yet commented on the situation, but it could impact Bell's standing with the organization and his future with the team.

The details

Bell, who signed a multi-year deal with the Cowboys in 2025 after joining the team as an undrafted free agent in 2022, was arrested in Prosper, Texas on Friday. He now faces one felony count of possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor count of possession of marijuana.

  • Bell was arrested on Friday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Markquese Bell

A safety for the Dallas Cowboys who was arrested on drug charges in Collin County, Texas.

Dallas Cowboys

The NFL team that Markquese Bell plays for, who have not yet commented on his arrest.

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What’s next

The Dallas Cowboys have not yet commented on Markquese Bell's arrest, but the team's response and any potential disciplinary action will be closely watched.

The takeaway

This arrest is a concerning off-field incident for the Dallas Cowboys, who will need to address Bell's legal situation and determine if any team discipline is warranted. The outcome could impact his standing with the organization moving forward.