Breaking News: Five-Star Texas WR Arrested in Cocaine Distribution Case
Johntay Cook II, a former wide receiver for both the Texas Longhorns and the Washington Huskies, was arrested early on Friday morning in Pottsboro, Texas, and is currently being held at Grayson County Jail. According to Grayson County jail records, Cook was arrested by the Pottsboro Police Department on a charge of possession of less than two ounces of marijuana. This marks Cook’s second arrest in less than two weeks. On February 4, he was apprehended by the Fort Worth Police Department for theft and interference with public duties.
A native of DeSoto, Texas, Cook was a highly regarded five-star recruit in the 2023 class and attracted attention from top programs across the country. He ultimately committed to Texas, joining a prestigious recruiting class that included standout players such as Arch Manning, Anthony Hill Jr., and CJ Baxter. Cook was expected to be a key contributor to the Longhorns’ offense in the years to come. However, his time at Texas was largely uneventful on the field. Over the course of 20 games, Cook registered just 16 receptions for 273 yards and two touchdowns.
Amidst rumors of off-field issues, Cook left the Texas program in November, with some sources suggesting that his departure was effectively a dismissal. Following his exit from Texas, Cook entered the transfer portal and, in December, committed to Washington, hoping for a fresh start in the Big Ten. Unfortunately, his time in Seattle was short-lived, as he left the program after only a few weeks, leading to further speculation that he may have been dismissed again.
Now, with two arrests in a span of two weeks, it appears increasingly unlikely that Cook will find another opportunity to continue his college football career in 2025. His previous offers from prominent programs such as Alabama, Michigan, and Oregon, which he received as a high school recruit, seem distant now, and the combination of legal and off-field troubles could severely limit his future prospects in the sport.