“Roger Goodell protecting Chiefs again”: NFL fans react as Rashee Rice receives major update on domestic violence allegation by ex-GF Dacoda Jones
Rashee Rice had been viewed as an availability risk over the domestic violence allegations by his former girlfriend, Dacoda Jones. Depending on how the NFL leaned, the receiver could have been disciplined up to and including suspension.
However, those concerns appear to be in the rear-view mirror with Rice getting cleared from the investigation, according to a Friday X report by Adam Schefter.
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“NFL concluded today that Chiefs WR Rashee Rice ‘has not engaged in conduct that violates the personal conduct policy’ and the investigation into accusations from his former girlfriend is now closed; there will be no discipline at this time,” Schefter posted.
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Fans reacted to the Friday afternoon and evening news in droves with no shortage of displeasure.
“Roger protecting the chiefs again,” one posted.
“If Mahomes wasn’t hurt this would not be the case. Raiders will smoke these frauds this year,” another declared.
“He can’t keep getting away with this,” one added.
Of course, some Chiefs fans appeared to be pumped about what it meant for the football team.
“Good to see it resolved with no discipline,” one posted.
“Great Friday news for KC! After the way 2025 went, having Rashee available from Week 1 is a game-changer. Let’s get back to the postseason!” another replied.
“Cleared and ready to roll. Rice has the talent, time to stay healthy, stay out of trouble, and help KC get back to dominance. Big year ahead,” one responded.
According to a Friday report by ESPN, Jones had posted allegations of abuse on Instagram, which claimed the father of her children was the culprit. Jones and Rice have two children together. The post included pictures. Jones filed a lawsuit in Texas in February.
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Rashee Rice’s car-crash incident turns two

The allegations against Rashee Rice were the second notable off-the-field issue in recent times. Before the conclusion of the NFL’s investigation, Rice was at the center of another situation that required work from his attorney.
According to authorities via a July 17 report via NFL media, Rashee Rice was involved in a multi-car crash on March 30, 2024. The crash caused injuries and took place in Dallas, Texas.
The Kansas City Chiefs receiver pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges of collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury, resulting in $115,000 paid to those impacted and 30 days in jail that were to be scheduled at his discretion.
Edited by Ian Van Roy