Markquese Bell is eagerly awaiting his fifth NFL season. For the time being, however, he will have to do so in prison. Among other things, the Dallas Cowboys pro is charged with possession of marijuana.

The weekend began for Markquese Bell behind bars. As reported by “ESPN” and the “Dallas Morning News”, among others, citing Collin County Jail records, the Dallas Cowboys safety was arrested and charged on Friday for possession of narcotics and marijuana.

He spent Saturday night in custody. Possession of narcotics is classified as a felony, while possession of marijuana is classified as a misdemeanor. Bell, who joined the Cowboys undrafted in 2022 and signed a new three-year contract for nine million US dollars in 2025, could face a fine from the NFL.

Cowboys pro Bell in custody: franchise informed about process

The Cowboys are said to have been informed of the arrest, but have declined to comment for the time being. Bell’s advisor Deiric Jackson told the Associated Press that his client would await the legal process. He also asked that “Markquese be given his chance like everyone else”.

Bell has played 48 regular-season games in four years. He has collected 142 tackles, seven passes defended, one interception and three forced fumbles. In his only playoff appearance in the 2023 season, he made eight tackles.

Written by Thomas Maier