Minnesota Vikings stand by Oli Udoh after weekend arrest

EAGAN, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman Oli Udoh is disputing the details of his arrest last weekend in South Florida, and the team is standing behind his account as the legal process plays out.

"It's unfortunate that the team has to see this," Udoh said Wednesday in the Vikings' locker room. "But I'm confident that when the truth comes out, my role will be the exact same as it was."

Udoh was charged with misdemeanor resisting an officer without violence and disorderly conduct.

Coach Kevin O'Connell said he has spoken to Udoh several times about the incident.

"Oli called me immediately Sunday morning," O'Connell said. "He has been very honest and open not only about the situation,…