Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Chiefs Issue Statement on Rice's Domestic Violence Allegations
The Kansas City Chiefs have acknowledged serious domestic violence allegations against their wide receiver, Rashee Rice.
These allegations come from a public Instagram post by Rice's ex-girlfriend, who shared photos of injuries and described enduring abuse over several years.
The team has released a statement saying they are aware of the allegations and are in communication with the NFL, but they have not provided further details.
Rice has not publicly responded to the allegations, and no criminal charges have been filed yet.
This is not Rice's first off-field issue, as he previously served a six-game suspension in 2025 for his role in a high-speed car crash.
The NFL is likely to investigate these new allegations, which could lead to further discipline if they are substantiated.
For now, Rice remains on the active roster with no changes to his status.
Kansas City Chiefs acknowledge domestic violence allegations against WR Rashee Rice.
Allegations stem from ex-girlfriend's Instagram post detailing abuse over eight years.
Team statement confirms awareness and communication with the NFL, no further details provided.
Rice has not publicly responded; no criminal charges filed as of January 8.
Rice previously suspended six games in 2025 for a high-speed car crash.
- Who
- Rashee Rice, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver
- What
- Domestic violence allegations by ex-girlfriend
- When
- Allegations posted on January 7, 2025
- Where
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Why
- Ex-girlfriend's public Instagram post detailing abuse
- Person Involved
- Rashee Rice
- Allegations Source
- Ex-girlfriend's Instagram post
- Team Response
- Acknowledged allegations, no further comment
- NFL Status
- In communication with the league
- Previous Suspension
- Six games in 2025 for car crash
- Current Status
- Active roster, no changes announced
- Allegations Timeline
- Spanning eight-year relationship
- Legal Status
- No charges filed as of January 8