The NFL has suspended former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker for 10 games without pay over allegations of sexual misconduct that surfaced earlier this year.
Tucker’s suspension, which comes with him violating the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, will go into effect on August 26, but he’s still able to serve the suspension if a team doesn’t sign.
“We are disappointed with the NFL’s decision. Justin has always strived to carry himself in a way that would make his family and community proud. He stands by his previous statements,” Tucker’s agent, Rob Roche, said in a statement, according to NFL Media. “In order to put this difficult episode behind him and get back on the field as soon as possible, we have advised Justin to accept this resolution and close this matter.
“The people who know Justin best know his character and understand that while he remains fully committed to excellence as a football player, he is deeply dedicated to his most important lifetime roles as a father, husband, and friend.”
Baltimore released Tucker in May. He’ll be eligible for reinstatement on November 11.
The 35-year-old kicker is a five-time All-Pro who connected on a career-low 73.3% of his field goal attempts (22 of 30) last season.
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