According to a report from the Detroit Free Press, former Detroit Lions linebacker Antwione Williams was arrested on Thursday in connection with the January 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot.

His arrest brings attention to the legal repercussions faced by those involved in the insurrection, including former professional athletes.

Antwione Williams, a fifth-round draft pick by the Detroit Lions in 2016, was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, on charges related to the Capitol riot.

He faces seven criminal charges, including assaulting an officer, resisting arrest, and engaging in violence in a restricted area. Federal prosecutors claim Williams pushed through barricades, attacked police officers, and tried to take a bicycle rack from one of them.

Williams was drafted by the Lions in 2016 and played 14 games during his rookie season. He made three starts and recorded 27 tackles, though his playing time was limited. He later played for the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants before his NFL career ended.

Williams’ arrest is part of the ongoing accountability efforts for those involved in the January 6 riot. As arrests continue, the case highlights the widespread consequences of the event, even for individuals like Williams, who once played professional football.

Antwione Williams now faces legal issues that could overshadow his short NFL career. His arrest underscores the enduring consequences of the Capitol riot, affecting people from all walks of life, including former athletes like Williams.