Ex-Jets & Bama QB’s Wife Arrested After Allegedly Attacking Him With Pliers

- Richard Todd (UPI/Bettmann Archive/Getty Images)Former New York Jets and Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Richard Todd found himself at the center of a shocking police investigation this week after his wife was arrested for allegedly attacking him with a pair of pliers during a domestic dispute.According to court documents obtained by Fox News from the District Court of Lauderdale County, Alabama, authorities arrested 68-year-old Debra Darby Todd following an incident on Monday night at approximately 11:05 p.m.Police records state that she intentionally caused physical harm to the former professional athlete by striking him multiple times with a pair of pliers during an argument.Law enforcement confirmed that there were two witnesses present during the alleged assault. While Richard Todd sustained multiple cuts and abrasions on his arms, he reportedly did not require medical treatment or hospital transport following the altercation.Debra Todd was subsequently booked into the Lauderdale County Jail and charged with felony second-degree domestic violence assault, with her bond formally set at $30,000. Court filings also showed the physical contrast between the parties, listing Richard at 6-foot-2 and roughly 210 pounds, and Debra at 5-foot-3 and 105 pounds. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WBRC 6 News (@wbrcnews)Todd remains a prominent figure in football history, having succeeded former NFL quarterback Joe Namath. Todd was a standout three-year starter under coach Paul “Bear” Bryant at the University of Alabama and selected sixth overall by the Jets in the 1976 draft to take over under center for “Broadway Joe.” Related Rams’ Alaric Jackson Faces NFL Discipline After Postgame Punch Amid History of MisconductDuring his 10-season NFL career split between the Jets and New Orleans Saints, Todd secured four SEC collegiate championships, threw for over 20,000 yards and 124 touchdowns, and led New York to the 1982 AFC Championship game.Authorities have not yet released additional statements regarding upcoming court dates as the investigation continues.If you or someone you know is the victim of domestic abuse, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233. Read the latest entertainment news on TV Insider.