Chiefs State They Are Aware of Alleged Abuse Allegations Connected to Wide Receiver Rashee Rice

The Kansas City Chiefs issued a statement on Wednesday evening confirming they have knowledge of domestic violence allegations circulated in social media posts by a ex-partner of player Rashee Rice and had been in communication with the league office.

The organization did not mention Rice by name in their announcement and said they would have “no further comment at this time”.

Allegations Posted on Instagram

The woman, who also did not mention the athlete by name, shared a series of photos on Instagram that seemed to depict indicators of bodily harm. She did say the individual in question was the parent of her kids, and reports indicate she has kids with Rice, whom the team selected in the 2023 draft.

Official Complaints Currently Not on File

No official complaints were on file in the Kansas City suburb where the alleged abuse is said to have taken place.

Player's Prior Legal Issues

The receiver missed the first six games of this NFL campaign following an NFL suspension for his role in instigating a multi-vehicle accident on a Texas roadway that left multiple people hurt. He was sentenced 30 days in jail and probationary supervision after pleading guilty to felony charges.

On the field, he concluded the season with 53 receptions for 571 yards and five touchdowns as the Chiefs finished with a losing record and missed the playoffs for the first time in a ten-year span.