Vikings' Jordan Addison says dog's 'emergency' reason for 140-mph drive that led to police citation

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Minnesota Vikings first-round pick Jordan Addison had an explanation for why he was driving 140 mph last week in a 55-mph zone in Minnesota.

In a citation filed Monday in Ramsey County District Court, Addison was driving at high speeds because his dog had an emergency at home, per ESPN.

The updated citation also had misdemeanor charges for speeding and reckless driving, for which he was cited upon being pulled over by Minnesota State Police. 

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Jordan Addison of the Minnesota Vikings poses for a portrait during the NFLPA Rookie Premiere on May 20, 2023, in Los Angeles. (Michael Owens/Getty Images)

"His dog was having an emergency at his residence and that was the reason for his speed," the updated citation reads.

Addison was pulled over after speeding past a Minnesota State Police trooper going eastbound on Interstate 94 this past Thursday around 3 a.m. He was driving a Lamborghini Urus at the time. 

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"Yesterday morning I made a mistake and used poor judgment. I recognize and own that. I am going to learn from this and not repeat the behavior. I am truly sorry," Addison said in a statement Friday evening.

The 21-year-old, drafted 23rd overall by the Vikings out of USC, dealt with social media criticism as NFL fans suggested it was comparative to former Las Vegas Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs’ situation.

Jordan Addison walks the red carpet at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on April 27, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri. (Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

Ruggs was involved in a crash