The Washington Commanders have fired tight ends coach Ben Steele, the team announced Tuesday, following his arrest last month on a charge of driving while intoxicated.

Steele was arrested on May 28 in Virginia, according to reports. The team made the decision to part ways with the coach shortly after the incident became public.

Details surrounding the arrest remain limited. Steele joined the Commanders' coaching staff in February 2023. Prior to his tenure with the Commanders, he held coaching positions with other NFL teams, including the Seattle Seahawks and the Green Bay Packers, where he also served as a tight ends coach.

The dismissal of Steele raises questions about the future of the tight ends position on the Commanders' coaching staff. The team has not yet announced any plans to hire a replacement.

This is not the first time an NFL coach has faced disciplinary action due to off-field conduct. In recent years, several coaches and players have been suspended or released following arrests for various offenses. Such incidents often lead to renewed scrutiny of the personal conduct policies within the league and individual team organizations.

The Commanders are currently preparing for the upcoming NFL season under new head coach Dan Quinn. The team has been undergoing a significant overhaul of its coaching staff and roster since the change in ownership.

Steele's departure adds another layer of transition for the Commanders as they aim to build a competitive team. The team's performance and off-field conduct will continue to be closely monitored throughout the season.

Further information regarding the legal proceedings against Ben Steele and the Commanders' subsequent coaching decisions is expected to be released in the coming weeks.