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Baltimore Ravens The organization calls it a “soccer decision,” but has released longtime kicker Justin Tucker.
The Ravens took it Tyler Loop in Arizona Following a rough season of normally reliable Tucker, in the sixth round of this year’s draft.
However, Tucker has been caught up in an off-field controversy as 16 massage therapists from eight different Baltimore Spa and Wellness Centers accused them of inappropriate behaviour from alleged incidents between 2012-16.
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September 5th, 2024. Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker (9) is playing against the Kansas City Chiefs before a match at Gehafield at Arrowhead Stadium. (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)
Tucker denied all allegations and called them “explicitly false” in a statement posted on social media.
“Deciding on football can be very difficult, and this is one example of that. We have made the tough decision to release Justin Tucker given our current roster,” Ravens executive vice president and general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement Monday.
“Justin has created many important and unforgettable moments in Ravens’ history. His reliability, focus, drive, resilience and extraordinary talent have made him one of the league’s best kickers for over a decade.
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“We are grateful for Justin’s many contributions while playing for the Ravens. We hope he and his family will be the best in this next chapter of their lives.
When the loop was filmed on the third day by the Ravens, there was immediate speculation about Tucker’s future with the franchise.
The 35-year-old, a five-time All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowler, had his worst year in the NFL in 2024 after owning a field goal percentage of 73.3%. However, he still owns the highest career field goal percentage ever, 89.1% on that mark.
Baltimore Ravens Place kicker Justin Tucker (9) arrives before a match against the Cleveland Browns at M&T Bank Stadium. (Image of Tommy Gilligan-Immagn)
Tucker scored 22 of 30 field goal attempts, losing 6-6 from over 50 yards, 40-49 yards. He also missed two of the 62 extra point attempts.
However, Tucker’s status for the 2025 campaign can be problematic as they face these allegations.
Ravens President Saasi Brown spoke about allegations against All-Pro Kicker Justin Tucker as the annual meeting was ready in March.
The main topic is how these research takes time and there is no timetable for when it will be finished.
Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is watching the kick as he missed a second field goal game at Baltimore on December 1, 2024, in the second half of his NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles. (AP photo/Nick Wash)
“I’m never satisfied with anyone involved, including justin and those who made the allegations,” Brown said. Team website. “But this is generally a problem as a society, and frankly, as a society that has not been right for a long time, from the perspective of women who make claims that require a lot of courage and courage.
“From our perspective, we want to make sure we understand the facts well, hear both sides of the situation, conduct the investigation appropriately, conclude and make a decision based on full information.”
The Baltimore Banner first reported allegations with the victim that Tucker repeatedly exposed himself over four years, including his rookie campaign when the Ravens won. Super Bowl.
At first, six massage therapists came out, followed by seven more women and a final total of 16. The accusations from all women are similar.
Baltimore Ravens Place kicker Justin Tucker (9) celebrates his 54-yard goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. (Barry Reeger-Imagn image)
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“Through my career as a professional athlete, I have always tried to act myself with the utmost professionalism. I have never been accused of any kind of cheating before a massage therapist, during a massage therapy session or other bodywork.
“I have never received any complaints from massage therapists, have never been rejected from massage therapy or bodywork sessions, and have never been told they are not welcome in the spa or other businesses.”
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