Kansas City Chiefs wideoutRashee Rice dodges NFL hammer again after the league wraps its probe into domestic violence claims from his ex-girlfriend with zero extra discipline handed down Friday.
The NFL officially closed its investigation into the Chiefs star on Friday. Officials determined the wideout will not face additional league discipline following a lawsuit from his former girlfriend.
Nov 23, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) warms up before the game against the Indianapolis Colts at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Nov 23, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice (4) warms up before the game against the Indianapolis Colts at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
Dacoda Jones filed a Texas lawsuit in February alleging Rice assaulted her multiple times. The claims spanned 18 months from 2023 to 2025. She accused Rice of strangling and hitting her.
Rice denied every allegation during the process. Local authorities never arrested or charged the 25-year-old receiver. The NFL eventually found no evidence proving he violated any personal conduct rules.
“Mr. Rice wants to thank the NFL for their thorough investigation,” attorney Sean Lindseysaid. “He looks forward to the start of the 2026-27 NFL season.”
NFL concluded today that Chiefs WR Rashee Rice “has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy” and the investigation into accusations from his former girlfriend is now closed; there will be no discipline at this time.
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The league stated Rice had not engaged in conduct that violates the policy. They cited insufficient evidence to support any finding of wrongdoing. This decision clears him for the season opener.
This legal victory follows a chaotic year for the Super Bowl champion. Rice previously served a six-game suspension to start the 2025 season. That ban stemmed from a crash.
The wideout drove a Lamborghini SUV at 119 mph on a Dallas expressway in 2024. That high-speed joyride caused a massive multicar wreck. Rice eventually took full responsibility for it.
He pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges in district court. A judge sentenced him to 30 days in jail and five years of probation. He received deferred adjudication.
Rashee Rice remains focal point for Chiefs offense
Rice returned from his early 2025 suspension to provide a massive spark. He grabbed 53 catches for 571 yards and 5 touchdowns. He achieved those stats in just eight games.
The SMU product has quickly become a favorite target for Patrick Mahomes. Losing him for more time would have crushed the Kansas City passing game. Now the roster remains intact.
Management expected a different outcome given the league’s history with domestic claims. However, the lack of police charges changed the math for Commissioner Roger Goodell. Rice gets a pass.
The Chiefs wideout can now focus entirely on football without legal clouds overhead. His lawyer confirmed Rice is ready to move past these allegations. Practice continues as scheduled in Missouri.
Expectations remain sky high for the young deep threat this year. He averaged over 71 yards per game after returning from his previous suspension. Those numbers prove his massive value.
Rice will lead the receiving room when the new season kicks off. Fans can expect him in the starting lineup without fear of another league office intervention. The case is closed.