TU offensive coordinator and former OU player arrested, accused of DUI

The report says Tyler "Ty" Darlington nearly crashed into officers who were working a separate crash in Jenks. The University of Tulsa released a statement saying it is aware of the situation.

Monday, July 14th 2025, 4:14 pm

By: Drake Johnson

TULSA, Okla. -

A Tulsa football coach is arrested and accused of DUI after he nearly crashed into a patrol car while officers were working a crash, documents show.

The arrest report says Tyler "Ty" Darlington was speeding on Kimberly Park Place in Jenks when he slammed on his brakes. Officers at the scene report that he had slurred speech and a strong odor of alcohol on him and his breath.

Darlington was arrested on several complaints, including reckless driving and aggravated DUI, by Jenks Police.

The University of Tulsa site has him listed as the co-offensive coordinator and tight ends coach.

TU released the following statement to News On 6 on Monday:

"We are aware of the situation and are still gathering all the information."

Darlington was an offensive lineman for the Sooners from 2012-2015, starting a total of 26 games, including time as the center for Baker Mayfield.

This is a developing story....

Drake Johnson

Drake Johnson is a Digital Content Producer at Griffin Media. He joined the team in July 2021 after graduating from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in journalism.