Chargers Linebacker Denzel Perryman Arrested on Weapons Charges

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was held in custody on Saturday following his arrest on weapons charges. Authorities reported that he was taken into custody after a traffic stop.

Sheriff’s deputies discovered multiple firearms during the traffic stop on Friday. Law enforcement officials indicated that at least two of the guns were classified as assault weapons.

The Sheriff's Department released a statement detailing the incident. The statement said that deputies from the South Los Angeles Station stopped Denzel Perryman, 32, for vehicle code violations on August 1, 2025, at 9:30 p.m. During the stop, deputies found five firearms in Perryman's vehicle, including two assault-style rifles.

According to an incident report, the NFL player cooperated with authorities during the traffic stop. Perryman was booked on felony charges shortly after 10 p.m. and is being held without bond at the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station.

Ron Butler, Perryman's agent, stated that the Pro Bowl defender was in contact with legal experts. Butler mentioned that they were gathering information and working with legal counsel. He expressed confidence that the situation would be handled appropriately through the legal process. Perryman is scheduled to appear at Inglewood Court on Tuesday.

The Chargers organization released a statement saying they are aware of the situation and are gathering information. Perryman played for the Chargers from 2017-20 and returned to the team in 2024. He also played for the Houston Texans and the Las Vegas Raiders.