Chiefs Coach Andy Reid Mum on Rashee Rice Lawsuit

Reid declines to comment on civil lawsuit against star wide receiver.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 1:47am

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Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid provided a brief, one-line statement when asked about the civil lawsuit filed against star wide receiver Rashee Rice by his ex-girlfriend and the mother of his children. Reid said he "can't comment on Rashee's situation" due to the legal nature of the matter.

Why it matters

The lawsuit against Rice, which alleges domestic abuse, comes after he faced a six-game suspension to start the 2025 season for a previous incident. The Chiefs will likely face questions about Rice's future with the team if the legal situation is not resolved favorably.

The details

In the lawsuit, Rice's ex-girlfriend Dacoda Jones is seeking over $1 million in damages, accusing Rice of "grabbing, choking, strangling, pushing, throwing, scratching, hitting, and headbutting" her. As a civil case, Rice does not face jail time if found liable, but the NFL may choose to suspend him again depending on the outcome.

  • On Wednesday, Rashee Rice was hit with a lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend Dacoda Jones.
  • On Friday, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the media and declined to comment on the situation.

The players

Andy Reid

The head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, known for his experience in dealing with player misconduct issues.

Rashee Rice

The Kansas City Chiefs' star wide receiver who is facing a civil lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend alleging domestic abuse.

Dacoda Jones

Rashee Rice's ex-girlfriend and the mother of his children, who has filed a civil lawsuit against him seeking over $1 million in damages.

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What they’re saying

“I can't comment on Rashee's situation.”

— Andy Reid, Head Coach, Kansas City Chiefs

What’s next

The lawsuit against Rashee Rice is still in its early stages, and the outcome could have significant implications for his future with the Kansas City Chiefs. The team and the NFL will likely monitor the situation closely and determine if further disciplinary action is warranted.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges NFL teams face in dealing with off-field misconduct by their players, and the delicate balance they must strike between supporting their players and upholding the league's personal conduct policy.