Wilkerson, a New York Jet for seven seasons, was arrested this week in New Jersey for DWI and drug possession.

Former New York Jets defensive lineman Muhammad Wilkerson was arrested in New Jersey this week for driving while intoxicated. Wilkerson was also charged with possessions of drugs and drug paraphernalia. Mike Garofolo of NFL Network first reported his arrest.

Wilkerson was previously charged with DWI in Manhattan back in June and pleaded guilty three months later. He was penalized with a $500 fine.

Wilkerson is represented by attorney Joshua F. McMahon of Schiller McMahon LLC. McMahon released a statement on behalf of his client on Wednesday afternoon.

“None of the allegations against my client are criminal in nature-instead, all of the allegations are for traffic and disorderly offenses only,” McMahon says. “Muhammad, like any other citizen, is innocent until proven guilty, appreciates people from the community withholding their judgment until all the facts are revealed, and looks forward to his day in Court. [sic]”

McMahon makes it clear that Wilkerson wishes to continue his football career once this incident passes. Wilkerson last played in the NFL in 2018, a three-game stretch with the Green Bay Packers that was shortened by injury.

“Mo’ is going to continue working incredibly hard to get back out on the playing field doing what he loves,” McMahon’s statement further reads. “(He) is grateful for the support of NFL fans everywhere.”

Wilkerson, 30, was the 30th pick of the 2011 draft. He earned 405 tackles and 44.5 sacks over his seven years in New York. That latter tally still ranks as sixth-best in team history. The Temple alum and Elizabeth, NJ native signed a five-year, $86 million contract in 2016, but was released in February 2018. His Jets tenure featured two All-Pro nominations and an invite to the 2016 Pro Bowl.

Geoff Magliocchetti is on Twitter @GeoffJMags