THE NFL is suspending kicker Justin Tucker for violating league policy.
The former Baltimore Ravens legend was cut from the team following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Tucker was released by the Ravens during the NFL’s investigation[/caption]
According to NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Tucker is being suspended for the first 10 games of the 2025 season.
His representation released the following statement after his suspension was announced:
“We are disappointed with the NFL’s decision,” the statement said.
“Justin has always strived to carry himself in a way that would make his family and community proud. He stands by his previous statements.
“In order to put this difficult episode behind him and get back on the field as soon as possible, we have advised Justin to accept this resolution and close this matter.
“The people who know Justin best know his character and understand that while he remains fully committed to excellence as a football player, he is deeply dedicated to his most important lifetime roles as a father, husband, and friend.”
Tucker is currently without a team, but would be unable to play until Week 11 if he does end up on a new squad.
The former Raven was accused for inappropriate behavior by 16 massage therapists across eight different spas in the Baltimore area.
He has vehemently denied the allegations and maintained his innocence ever since the initial reports were published.
“I maintain I did not act inappropriately at any point before, during, or after a professional bodywork treatment session, nor have I ever been told I am unwelcome at any massage therapy provider,” Tucker said in a statement.
“These claims are simply not true. Throughout the last four weeks, I have spent countless hours replaying every interaction I have had with bodywork professionals over the last thirteen years.
“I can assure whoever is reading this that I have never intended to disrespect anyone, cross any boundary, or make anyone feel uncomfortable in any way whatsoever.
“It devastates me to know that anyone I have worked with would not have felt respected and valued as a professional, but more importantly as a person, and to anyone who has felt otherwise, I am sorry.
“I want you to know I am committed to ensuring that everyone I interact with continues to feel that I respect them and care about them as a human being.
“Physical therapy and massage therapy are a large part of why I’ve been consistently healthy and available during the football season.
“In fact, both my wife and I continue to count so many of those professionals as our friends.
“I absolutely respect the massage therapy profession and more so the individuals who work as massage therapists.”
Despite maintaining his innocence, Tucker was released by the Ravens on May 5.
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