The NFL says it is watching Rashee Rice …this after one of their vehicles was reportedly involved in a major car accident in Dallas on Saturday.
A league spokesperson said TMZ Sports as of Tuesday they are “monitoring” the situation … although no further details about the investigation into the matter have been provided.
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As we previously reported, two luxury cars – a Lamborghini and a Corvette – caused an huge pile on a freeway over the weekend after they were seen weaving in and out of traffic at high speeds. None of the passengers in the cars, police say, remained at the scene to see if anyone needed medical help.
According to Dallas Morning Newsone of the vehicles involved was registered to Rice… and officers were actively wanting to talk to him following the wreck, although the Chiefs star was not formally charged with a crime.
The 23-year-old’s attorney said in a statement Monday afternoon that the wide receiver was cooperating with local authorities. Officers also confirmed they were in contact with Rice’s attorney… “but did not conduct interviews with individuals potentially involved in Saturday’s crash.”
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As for Kansas City, team president Marco Donovan said on a local radio show Monday morning that they are working to “get to the bottom of everything.”
“We will gather the facts,” he added, “and then react accordingly.”
Rice — who was drafted in 2023 — helped the Chiefs win a Super Bowl in his first season… recording 79 receptions for 938 yards and seven TDs.