Former Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Zavier Betts was arrested on February 28, 2025, in Stanton County, Nebraska. The Stanton County Sheriff’s Office reported that around 5:30 p.m., deputies encountered Betts, 23, on Highway 15, northeast of Pilger, due to a flat tire on his vehicle. Upon investigation, authorities discovered that Betts was driving with a suspended license and had an outstanding no-bond probation warrant from Woodbury County, Iowa. Consequently, he was arrested and detained in the Stanton County Jail, awaiting an extradition hearing to Iowa. citeturn0search0

 

This incident is not Betts’ first encounter with law enforcement. On October 15, 2024, he was arrested in Sarpy County, Nebraska, after being stopped for speeding around 1:30 a.m. by the La Vista Police Department. During that stop, officers discovered an active misdemeanor warrant from Woodbury County, Iowa, related to possession of a controlled substance. Betts had previously been issued a citation for this offense but failed to appear for his court date, leading to the warrant. citeturn0search1

 

Betts’ football career began with promise. A standout at Bellevue West High School in Nebraska, he set a Class A record with 46 receiving touchdowns in a season. His impressive high school performance led him to join the Nebraska Cornhuskers in 2020, where he played as a wide receiver. In the 2021 season, Betts participated in all 12 games, recording 20 receptions for 286 yards and adding three carries for 109 yards, including a touchdown. citeturn0search1

 

However, Betts’ tenure with the Huskers was marred by challenges. In March 2022, then-head coach Scott Frost announced that Betts was “not a member of the team right now,” without providing further details. Betts officially left the program in August 2023, citing personal reasons. citeturn0search2

 

The recent arrests highlight a troubling pattern for Betts, whose early athletic achievements have been overshadowed by legal issues. As he awaits his extradition hearing, the future remains uncertain for the former football star.