TCU Running Back Arrested On Felony Drug Charges

Dec 26, 2018; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Texas Christian Horned Frogs running back Sewo Olonilua (33) is tackled by California Golden Bears safety Jaylinn Hawkins (6) in the 2018 Cheez-It Bowl at Chase Field.
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FORT WORTH (KRLD) - One of TCU's star running backs has been arrested in Huntsville, on felony drug charges.

Sewo Olonilua faces third-degree felony charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance.

He was released from jail, after posting a $4,000 bond.

TCU in a statement says they are aware of the situation.

Olonilua rushed for 194 yards in TCU's victory over Cal in the Cheez-It Bowl. He is entering his senior year and expected to play a major role in the teams backfield this season.