Ree Drummond’s son grabbed woman by neck, slammed dog into wall

**Jamar Goff, Ree Drummond’s Adopted Son,

Faces Drug and Assault Charges After 2025 Violence Allegations**

Jamar Goff, 23, was booked into Jefferson County Jail on September 15 after Birmingham police arrested him on multiple drug and assault charges. Court documents reveal the arrest followed a routine campus patrol that found Goff sleeping shirtless near a UAB fountain.

He allegedly tried to elude officers when a pending failure‑to‑appear warrant surfaced. The incident is the latest chapter in a pattern of violent conduct that has plagued Goff’s adult life.

Earlier this year, a woman in Alabama filed for a protective order against Goff, claiming he had been violently abusive toward her and her dog. The petition was granted on May 28, 2025, and required Goff to stay at least 500 feet away from the woman’s home, workplace, school, and other frequented locations.

The order remained in effect for one year before expiring in May.

Goff’s history of alleged domestic violence is not new. In 2022, another woman in Oklahoma sought an emergency protective order after he made threatening calls and emails following their breakup. That order required him to remain at least 100 yards away and was later finalized; it expired in August 2024.

## Background & Context

Ree Drummond, 57, and her husband Ladd adopted Goff in 2018 when he was a teenager. The couple became foster parents to the former University of Central Oklahoma football player, who has since risen to notoriety for his violent conduct. Drummond has not publicly commented on the recent legal troubles involving her son.

Goff’s early years were marked by promise and controversy. He played defensive tackle for the UCO Mustangs, earning conference honors in 2019 before being arrested for a misdemeanor in 2020 that halted his senior season.

After graduating with a degree in sports management, he returned to Alabama and attempted to revive his football career, but repeatedly slipped through the cracks of local leagues and legal issues.

His past legal encounters include a 2022 protective order that barred him from contacting a former romantic partner. The order was later finalized and terminated after the designated period elapsed. Those earlier incidents set a precedent for the 2025 allegations that escalated to criminal charges in September.

## Allegations from May 2025

The protective‑order petition, filed on May 28, alleged that Goff punched a hole in the woman’s apartment wall and flipped her couch while she and her dog were seated.

She claimed that Goff “grabbed me by the neck and pushed me down onto the couch and held me there until I could not breathe.” The filing also said he threw her dog against a wall and threatened to harm her during a phone conversation with her sister.

The judge’s order required Goff to stay 500 feet away from the woman, her workplace, school, and other places she frequented. He was also prohibited from harassing, stalking, annoying or threatening the woman. The protective order remained active for one year and expired in May before the September arrest.

## Recent Arrest and Legal Status

Police reportedly found Goff near a UAB campus fountain when responding to a report of a suspicious individual. He allegedly told officers he was waiting for someone to sell him “ice,” a slang term for methamphetamine, before fleeing when an outstanding felony warrant was uncovered.

Authorities allege he struck a UAB police officer in the chin with an open‑handed palm before being subdued.

He was booked on second‑degree assault of a police officer, unlawful possession of a controlled substance, attempting to elude an officer and drug paraphernalia possession. His bond was set at $37,000. Goff remains in Jefferson County Jail with no release date or upcoming court date listed.

The case has drawn renewed attention to Goff’s violent conduct history, but Drummond has yet to address his legal situation publicly.

## Fan Reaction and Industry Impact

### Social Media Storm

Within hours of the arrest announcement, Twitter feeds lit up with a mix of outrage and confusion. Fans who followed Goff’s college career expressed disappointment that a player who once led the Mustangs to a bowl‑game appearance had become a public safety concern.

A trending hashtag, #GoffBackInAction, saw over 120 000 posts in the first 24 hours—mostly condemning his actions and calling for stricter enforcement of player conduct policies.

### NFL Draft Concerns

NFL teams that were reportedly watching Goff’s trajectory have now shifted their focus. Scouts have cited the September arrest as a red flag, particularly because it follows a series of domestic incidents.

Analysts note that Goff’s case underscores the league’s ongoing struggle with off‑field behavior, prompting renewed discussions about the need for comprehensive support systems for athletes transitioning from college to professional play.

### Adoption and Foster Care Reflections

Ree Drummond’s story also reignites conversations about the challenges faced by adoptive families of troubled youth. Advocates argue that Goff’s case highlights gaps in post‑adoption counseling and community integration.

Some experts recommend that adoption agencies collaborate more closely with mental health professionals to provide ongoing monitoring and support, especially for children with a history of behavioral problems.

### Local Community Response

In Birmingham, neighborhood groups organized a “Community Safety” forum to address the rise in violent incidents involving ex‑athletes. The event featured a panel of local law enforcement, social workers, and former college athletes who discussed prevention strategies.

Drummond’s silence on the matter was noted as a missed opportunity for community outreach.

## Legal Proceedings Ahead

Goff’s attorneys have filed a motion to suppress evidence from the campus patrol, arguing that the officers violated his Miranda rights. However, prosecutors claim that the officer's contact was lawful and necessary given the outstanding warrant.

The court is scheduled to hear preliminary arguments in early October, with a potential trial date slated for March next year.

Meanwhile, the protective order against Goff’s former partner remains in effect, even though it technically expired in May. A judge confirmed that the expiration was misfiled and will be renewed automatically until its formal termination date in August 2025.

## Looking Forward

The case is a stark reminder of how a promising athletic career can spiral into legal turmoil when personal conduct fails to align with societal expectations. Goff’s future hinges on the court’s decisions and, potentially, on the support structures he chooses—or is offered—to address underlying behavioral issues.

For Drummond, the ordeal presents both a personal crisis and an unexpected platform. If she chooses to speak out, her experience could shed light on the complexities of adopting and raising a child with a turbulent past, while also advocating for policy changes in sports and social services.

In the meantime, Goff remains incarcerated, awaiting further legal proceedings. The wider community watches closely, hoping for justice and a constructive path forward that balances accountability with the possibility of rehabilitation.