Scottie Scheffler booking photo. Nick Bosa talking to reporters.Scottie Scheffler and Nick Bosa (Photos via Getty Images and MySportsUpdate/Instagram)
When PGA star Scottie Scheffler got himself arrested earlier this month, the situation went exceptionally viral and garnered comments from just about everywhere from every corner of the country. Now that includes Nick Bosa.

Defensive end Nick Bosa claims that quarterback Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers and world-class golfer Scottie Scheffler have a lot in common.

Speaking to the media, Bosa praised Purdy and his leadership qualities, which helped the 49ers win the NFC Championship and the Super Bowl in consecutive February.

“I think he’s definitely getting a little more vocal within the building. I don’t think he’s ever going to change. I don’t think he’s somebody that’s going to change even when he gets paid next year. He’s a man of faith. He kind of reminds me of Scottie Scheffler — except for he didn’t get arrested,” Bosa joked at team OTAs on Wednesday about Purdy. “Just super humble, really good kid, and he’s definitely famous.”

Naturally, the witty allusion was directed towards the recent arrest of PGA Tour player Scottie Scheffler at the PGA Championship. After a traffic incident in which he is said to have knocked an officer to the ground after dragging him with his SUV, Scheffler was charged with many offenses; however, his attorney disputes this.

Bosa’s lighthearted comment emphasized his profuse admiration for Purdy’s unwavering demeanor and character, qualities that have struck a chord with teammates despite the 24-year-old’s relative lack of NFL experience.

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The 49ers saw significant benefits from Purdy’s quick development in 2023. After Jimmy Garoppolo’s injury forced him into the starting lineup, the former “Mr. Irrelevant” draftee responded by shattering multiple team passing records.

Along with setting a record for the most passing yards in a season with 4,280, he also led the NFL in passer rating with 113.0 and touchdown passes with 31. Purdy also had the best touchdown percentage in football, with 7.0 and 9.6 yards per attempt.

Scottie Scheffler Charges Likely to Be Dismissed

Scottie Scheffler (Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images)
PGA Tour golfer and defending Masters champion Scottie Scheffler is currently scheduled to appear in court on June 3.

Prosecutors involved in the case are planning to publicly address the charges against the golfer on Wednesday, which is likely a possible sign that the situation could be coming to a close with the charges being dismissed.

Attorney Steve Romines will represent the golfer, who will not be on hand, according to WDRB.

Scheffler was arrested and charged with second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding signals from an officer directing traffic.

Scottie Scheffler’s Lawyer Speaks Out Following No. 1 Golfer’s Arrest At PGA Championship

Scottie Scheffler's lawyer talks to the media and Scottie Scheffler's mugshot.Scottie Scheffler and his lawyer (Photos via Twitter)
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, was arrested Friday morning by Louisville Metro Police following what he characterized as “a big misunderstanding” when he attempted to enter Valhalla Golf Club to compete in the PGA Championship.

Scheffler tried to get to Valhalla Golf Club early Friday morning but was stopped by a police officer due to traffic congestion caused by a deadly accident in the area. From there, the stories differ. According to the police complaint, the officer was pulled to the ground and

sustained severe injuries that required hospitalization. Scheffler’s attorney responded in a statement that Scheffler “stopped immediately upon being directed to and never at any point assaulted any officer with his vehicle.”

Scheffler was apprehended outside the course at 6:20 a.m. and booked into Metro Corrections at 7:28 a.m. on charges of second-degree assault, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding traffic signals from an officer, according to his arrest citation and jail records.

Scottie Scheffler was freed from custody on personal recognizance and returned to Valhalla Golf Club just after 9 a.m. About one hour later, he teed off in the second round of the big championship.

Hours later, Scottie Scheffler’s lawyer, Steve Romines, spoke to the media and expressed his thoughts on the situation.

“He was going into Valhalla to work out and get ready for his tee time. They were directing traffic. He held his media credential out and was going in like they have been instructed to, and apparently, there had been a traffic accident or maybe even a fatality down the road, and that had changed the traffic patterns, and he was unaware of that,” Romines said, via Yahoosports.com.

“I think the officer directing traffic was maybe not part of the event traffic detail, and that’s where the miscommunication arose, and that’s why we’re here.”

Police Officer Says He Was Dragged By Scottie Scheffler’s Car

Scottie Scheffler on the golf courseScottie Scheffler (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)
The police officer who attempted to stop world number one golfer Scottie Scheffler from entering Valhalla Golf Club on Friday morning was dragged to the ground and suffered “pain, swelling, and abrasions” to his left wrist and knee after Scheffler’s car accelerated, according to an incident report released by the Louisville Metro Police Department.

The report, which ESPN acquired, stated that investigator Bryan Gillis was directing traffic when Scheffler’s SUV moved into the lanes to avoid the delay.

Gillis stopped Scheffler’s SUV and attempted to give instructions, but things got out of hand soon afterward.

“The subject refused to comply and accelerated forward, dragging Detective Gillis to the ground,” the report said.

Emergency medical services carried Gillis to a hospital so that he could be assessed. According to the article, his uniform pants had also sustained irreversible damage.