Indianapolis Colts owner, Jim Irsay, recently discussed his 2014 DUI arrest in an interview on HBO's "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel." During the interview, Irsay stated that he believed his status as a wealthy, white billionaire was the reason behind his arrest. However, his comments have drawn criticism from members of the sports community.

On March 16, 2014, Irsay was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Authorities discovered prescription drugs in pill bottles in his car at the time of the arrest. Later that year, Irsay pled guilty to one misdemeanor count of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

In the "Real Sports" interview, Irsay expressed his belief that his wealthy and privileged background played a significant role in his arrest. He asserted that if he were an "average guy down the block," he would not have been subjected to the same treatment.

Despite facing legal consequences, Irsay claimed that he only pled guilty to "get it over with." He presented the argument that his impaired performance on the field sobriety test was due to a recent hip surgery, rather than intoxication.

Criticism swiftly followed Irsay's comments, with many accusing him of displaying a lack of awareness of his privilege and detachment. Molly Qerim, on ESPN's "First Take," lambasted Irsay's perspective as an example of the common perception of NFL owners. She argued that his remarks demonstrated "a total lack of awareness of their privilege, and the flippancy of how they discuss their privilege."

Irsay, however, remained resolute in his claims during the interview, stating, "I don't care what it sounds like. It's the truth. I could give a damn what people think how anything sounds or sounds like. The truth is the truth."

As the owner of the Indianapolis Colts, Irsay's comments have stirred debate and raised questions about the consequences of privilege and wealth. With a reported net worth of $4.3 billion, Irsay inherited the Colts from his father, Robert Irsay, in 1997.

The impact of Irsay's remarks on public opinion and his relationship with the sports community remains to be seen.