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Oregon linebacker Rahim Cassell was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence early Sunday morning, according to a report.

The Oregon Daily Emerald reports that Cassell, a redshirt junior from Lakewood, Calif., was arrested on E. 13th Ave. and Hilyard St. in Eugene around 1 a.m. A party patrol officer saw Cassell's car speeding and changing lanes without using its signal, prompting the officer to pull Cassell over.

Oregon released a statement to The Oregonian from head coach Mark Helfrich regarding Cassell.

"We are aware of the situation and continue to gather information. We have a high standard of accepted behavior for our student-athletes that will not be compromised. Once we have a complete determination of the facts, we will take appropriate steps," Helfrich said in the statement.

Cassell played in 13 games last season as a backup linebacker. He finished the season with 32 tackles. He recorded four tackles in Saturday's spring game.

UPDATE: The Oregonian has confirmed that Cassell was charged with driving under the influence.

-- Tyson Alger | @tysonalger