Kansas City Chiefs Confirm Alleged Abuse Allegations Connected to Player Rashee Rice
The NFL franchise issued a statement on Wednesday evening indicating they are aware of claims of abuse circulated in social media posts by a ex-partner of wide receiver Rashee Rice and were in contact with the league office.
The team omitted the name of the player by name in their announcement and said they would have “nothing more to add at this time”.
Claims Posted on Social Media
The woman, who likewise did not name Rice directly, shared a set of images on Instagram that appeared to show signs of physical abuse. Jones stated the individual in question was the parent of her kids, and it is known she has two children with Rice, whom the Chiefs drafted in the second round.
Police Reports Currently Not on File
No police reports were available in the Kansas City suburb where the incident is said to have occurred.
Rice's Prior Legal Issues
Rice was absent for the initial part of this season following an league-mandated ban for his role in instigating a multi-vehicle accident on a Texas roadway that left multiple people injured. He was given 30 days in jail and five years’ probation after pleading guilty to serious offenses.
On the field, Rice concluded the year with 53 receptions for 571 yards and five TDs as the Chiefs went 6-11 and failed to qualify for the postseason for the first time in a decade.
