Oregon WR Messiah Hampton arrested for eluding police in high-speed chase

Oregon football wide receiver Messiah Hampton has been arrested and booked in Lane County Jail for attempting to elude police and reckless driving. The charges stem from a high-speed chase on October 18, following Oregon's 17-14 victory over Nebraska. Two vehicles were involved in the chase, and while no arrests were made immediately, one vehicle was later found abandoned near the location where Oregon wide receiver Evan Stewart was arrested for DUII.

Hampton, a four-star recruit and one of the top 150 players nationally, has 18 catches for 161 yards and two touchdowns this season. He will miss the Ducks' Week 9 game against Northwestern due to his arrest.

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