Rice Clears NFL Probe, Stays with Chiefs

On April 3rd, Kansas City Chiefs' wide receiver Rachea Rice had a cloud hanging over him this

off-season from domestic violence claims by his longtime partner and the mother of his kids.

She filed a civil lawsuit, prompting the NFL to launch a personal conduct probe.

Late Friday, though, the league shut it down with no punishment for rice.

According to reports from ESPN's Adam Schefter and Chiefs, beat writer Pete Sweeney, the NFL

found insufficient evidence to prove any violation.

That means Rice walks free from lead discipline right now.

Rice's attorney chimed in, thanking the NFL for the thorough look and saying his client

is geared up for the 2026-27 season.

Fans and the team can breathe easier, but the civil case might still drag on.

Looking ahead, Rice heads to unrestricted free agency next off-season so the chiefs hold

the cards on any extension.

It's their call, if he's part of the long-term squad, separate from the league's ruling.

With this cleared up, Kansas City locks in its top proven receiver for the 2026 opener,

lifting the offense floor whether Patrick Mahomes is slinging or not.

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