NFL Clears Rashee Rice After Domestic Abuse Investigation; Civil Suit Continues

The NFL concluded its investigation and determined Rice has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy.

“NFL makes conduct policy decision on Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice after recent investigation into allegations made by his former girlfriend Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice is back in the news, this time with an off-field situation resolving itself before the upcoming 2026 NFL season begins”

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The decision comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding allegations from Rice's former girlfriend.

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The NFL's 25-year-old Rice will not face league discipline despite the ongoing civil lawsuit.

Jones's lawsuit alleges Rice repeatedly assaulted her over an 18-month span from 2023 to 2025, including strangulation.

The suit accuses Rice of grabbing, choking, strangling, pushing, throwing, scratching, hitting, and headbutting Jones.

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Rice's attorney disputed the claims, citing a sworn statement from Jones denying physical assault.

Police have not filed criminal charges against Rice despite the detailed allegations.

Rice pleaded guilty to third-degree felony charges related to the 2024 high-speed crash and served 30 days in jail.

Heavy framed the NFL's decision as removing uncertainty that had shaped Kansas City's draft plans.

The NFL's clearing does not resolve Rice's future with the Chiefs.

He is entering the final year of his rookie contract and will hit free agency next offseason.

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The civil lawsuit remains active.