Trending Now - Rashee Rice Cleared of NFL Discipline After Investigation

WHO:

ESPN - Dacoda Jones posted on her Instagram account photos showing bruises and wounds on multiple parts of her body, alleging abuse for numerous years.

ESPN - Jones stated in a since-deleted Instagram post, "I'm so tired of keeping quiet I'm so tired of protecting his image. I've been through too much in a span of 8 years and I've had ENOUGH!"

ESPN - Rashee Rice, a wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs, is 25 years old.

ESPN - Dacoda Jones, Rice's former girlfriend and the mother of his two children, filed a lawsuit against him.

Heavy NFL - Theodore Knox, Rice's teammate at SMU, was involved in the multi-vehicle accident.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The NFL's investigation into Rashee Rice's conduct is now closed, and he will not face any discipline as it was determined he "has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy."

ESPN - The NFL announced its decision on Friday, March 29th, 2026, regarding Rice's conduct.

NBC Sports - The NFL's investigation was prompted by social media allegations that surfaced in January 2026 regarding Rice's conduct.

Heavy NFL - A Texas court issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, Rice's teammate, for his involvement in the multi-vehicle accident.

ESPN - Jones alleges that Rice strangled her in December 2023.

ESPN - Jones is seeking more than $1 million in damages in her lawsuit against Rice.

ESPN - Sean Lindsey, Rice's attorney, stated, "Mr. Rice wants to thank the NFL for their thorough investigation, and looks forward to the start of the 2026-27 NFL season."

Daily Mail Sports - Jones alleges in her lawsuit that Rice "grabbed, choked, strangled, pushed, thrown, scratched, hit, and headbutted" her, as well as hit her with inanimate objects.

Heavy NFL - Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges: collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury.

ESPN - The NFL concluded its investigation into Rashee Rice and stated he "has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy."

Heavy NFL - Rice was suspended for six games during the 2025 NFL season for his role in a multi-vehicle accident.

Daily Mail Sports - Jones accused Rice of repeatedly assaulting her throughout their relationship in a lawsuit filed in February 2026.

Heavy NFL - Jones is seeking more than $1 million in damages in her lawsuit against Rice.

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The multi-vehicle accident occurred on Dallas' North Central Expressway.

Heavy NFL - The lawsuit was filed in Texas.

WHEN:

NBC Sports - The investigation opened in January 2026, when social media allegations surfaced regarding Rice.

NBC Sports - The lawsuit against Rice remains ongoing, and if he ultimately loses, it could prompt the NFL to re-evaluate the situation.

Heavy NFL - Knox pleaded guilty to charges related to the multi-vehicle accident in August 2025.

ESPN - Jones filed her lawsuit against Rice in February 2026, alleging assaults occurred from 2023 to 2025.

Heavy NFL - Rice's case is scheduled to go to trial on June 9th, 2026.

Heavy NFL - Jones filed her lawsuit against Rice in February 2026, alleging assaults occurred from 2023 to 2025.

ESPN - The NFL announced its decision on Friday, March 29th, 2026.

Heavy NFL - The multi-vehicle accident involving Rice occurred in March 2024.

Heavy NFL - Jones filed her lawsuit in February 2026.

Heavy NFL - Rice was sentenced to 30 days in jail and five years of probation in July 2024.

WHY:

NBC Sports - The NFL's investigation was prompted by social media allegations that surfaced in January 2026 regarding Rice's conduct.

ESPN - The NFL's investigation was prompted by allegations made by Dacoda Jones regarding domestic violence.

HOW:

ESPN - In response to the lawsuit, Rice's attorney stated that on October 9th, 2025, Jones stated under penalty of perjury in a sworn Affidavit for Non-Prosecution that "Mr. Rice and I had a verbal argument, but he did not punch me."

Heavy NFL - The multi-vehicle accident involving Rice was captured on video, showing Rice and his friends fleeing the scene on foot before police arrived.

Heavy NFL - The NFL conducted an investigation into the allegations made by Jones, which concluded there was insufficient evidence to support a finding that Rice violated the personal conduct policy.

Heavy NFL - Rice took full responsibility for the multi-vehicle accident and apologized before turning himself in to the police.

(UPDATED April 4, 2026 17:05 UTC)

The NFL has concluded its investigation into Rashee Rice's conduct, determining that he will not face any discipline as he has not violated the personal conduct policy. This decision was announced on Sunday, following allegations that emerged on social media in January. While Rice is currently facing an ongoing lawsuit, a loss in that case could lead the NFL to reassess the situation.

(UPDATED April 4, 2026 11:02 UTC)

A Texas court has issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, a teammate of Rice, for his involvement in a multi-vehicle accident. Knox pleaded guilty to charges related to the incident back in August 20th25, which led to the NFL's investigation. This investigation was initiated following social media allegations that emerged in January 20th26 regarding Rice's conduct.

(UPDATED April 4, 2026 03:47 UTC)

Dacoda Jones has taken to Instagram to share disturbing images of bruises and wounds, alleging years of abuse, and expressed her frustration by stating, "I'm so tired of keeping quiet I'm so tired of protecting his image." In her lawsuit filed in February 20th26, Jones claims that Rice strangled her in December 20th23 and is seeking over $1 million in damages for assaults that she says occurred between 2023 and 2025. In response, Rice's attorney pointed out that Jones previously stated under penalty of perjury in a sworn affidavit that while they had a verbal argument, Rice did not physically harm her.

(UPDATED April 4, 2026 01:20 UTC)

Sean Lindsey, the attorney for Rice, announced that Rice is grateful for the NFL's thorough investigation and is looking forward to the start of the 2026-27 NFL season. In her lawsuit filed in February, Jones accuses Rice of multiple assaults, including grabbing, choking, and hitting her, which she claims occurred between 2023 and 2025. Rice has pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges related to a multi-vehicle accident that was recorded on video, showing him and his friends fleeing the scene before police arrived, and his trial is set for June 9th.

(UPDATED April 3, 2026 23:06 UTC)

The NFL has concluded its investigation into Rashee Rice, stating he did not violate the personal conduct policy, despite facing serious allegations from his former girlfriend, Dacoda Jones, who has filed a lawsuit accusing him of repeated assault during their relationship. The lawsuit, filed in February 20th26, seeks over $1 million in damages, while Rice, who was suspended for six games in the 2025 season for his involvement in a multi-vehicle accident, took responsibility for that incident and served 30 days in jail in July 20th24. Jones's allegations prompted the NFL's investigation, which found insufficient evidence to support a violation of the conduct policy.