Chiefs Coach Arrested for Domestic Battery Day Before NFL Draft!

Chiefs Coach Arrested

Dave Merritt, defensive backs coach for the Kansas City Chiefs, was arrested and charged with domestic battery just before the NFL draft. The incident allegedly involved his daughter.

Court documents show that Merritt's bond was set at $2,500 during a court appearance on April 23. He is accused of causing harm to a family member or someone in a dating relationship.

Legal Conditions and Team Response

Merritt must comply with specific conditions as part of his bond release. These include not breaking any laws and avoiding alcohol and illegal substances. He is also prohibited from contacting the alleged victim or witnesses.

Merritt is scheduled for a virtual court hearing on June 24. The Kansas City Chiefs acknowledged the arrest but have not commented further.

Professional Background

Merritt has been involved in the NFL for 29 seasons, playing for teams like the Dolphins and Cardinals before coaching. He joined the Chiefs in 2019 to help revamp their defense.

He is among 40 coaches selected for the NFL Coach Accelerator Program, aimed at increasing diversity in top coaching roles. Merritt expressed his enthusiasm about this opportunity, particularly for networking within the league.

Future Career Plans

Merritt discussed future career aspirations but emphasized prioritizing his family while they are young before considering higher roles such as defensive coordinator positions.

Throughout his coaching career, Merritt has won five Super Bowls, three with the Chiefs and two with the New York Giants.