Kansas City Chiefs Acknowledge Alleged Abuse Allegations Connected to Wide Receiver Rashee Rice
The NFL franchise issued a statement Wednesday night indicating they are aware of claims of abuse made public in online accounts by a ex-partner of player the athlete and had been in contact with the league office.
The organization omitted the name of the player by name in their announcement and noted they would have “nothing more to add at this time”.
Allegations Shared on Social Media
The woman, who also did not mention the athlete by name, posted a series of photos on social media that appeared to show indicators of bodily harm. Jones stated the individual in question was the parent of her kids, and it is known she has kids with the football player, whom the Chiefs drafted in the 2023 draft.
Official Complaints Reportedly Not on File
No official complaints were on file in the Kansas City suburb where the alleged abuse is said to have occurred.
Player's Prior Off-Field Troubles
Rice missed the initial part of this season following an NFL suspension for his involvement in causing a multi-vehicle accident on a Texas roadway that left multiple people injured. He was sentenced 30 days in jail and probationary supervision after pleading guilty to serious offenses.
On the field, Rice concluded the season with 53 catches for 571 yards and five TDs as the Kansas City finished with a losing record and missed the playoffs for the first time in a ten-year span.
