US EditionRavens release Justin Tucker amid sexual misconduct allegations
- On Monday, May 5, 2025, the Baltimore Ravens announced they had parted ways with their kicker, Justin Tucker, following reports of 16 sexual misconduct allegations from multiple Maryland-based massage therapists dating from 2012 to 2016.
- The release followed a January report by the Baltimore Banner detailing accusations that Tucker exposed himself and left ejaculate during sessions, which he denies and has not been charged for.
- Tucker, a 35-year-old who hails from Texas and joined the Ravens as an undrafted free agent following the 2012 NFL Draft, enjoyed a 13-season career, set the NFL record with a 66-yard field goal, and had a deal with Baltimore that extended through the 2027 season.
- Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta called the decision an "incredibly difficult football decision" based on the current roster and praised Tucker's many significant contributions to the team.
- After parting ways with Tucker, the Ravens selected Tyler Loop from Arizona during the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft to serve as a potential successor.
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Ravens Release Kicker Justin Tucker After Massage Therapists Allegations
The Baltimore Ravens announced Monday that they are releasing kicker Justin Tucker from the team. The news arrives after multiple massage therapists accused Tucker of sexually inappropriate behavior in a report published by The Baltimore Banner months prior. Executive Vice President and General Manager Eric DeCosta addressed the release in a statement shared on Monday. “Sometimes football decisions are incredibly difficult, and this is one of …
Baltimore Ravens Criticized By Mina Kimes For Statement Releasing Justin Tucker
For over a decade, Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was the best kicker in the NFL and rewrote the NFL record books. He could always be relied upon to make a huge kick for the Ravens, no matter the distance. But, last year, his play dropped off significantly, and is involved in a huge scandal right now involved his alleged conduct with various massage therapists. On Monday, the Ravens, who drafted a kicker in the NFL draft two weeks ago, re…
Baltimore Ravens Cut Justin Tucker amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations from Massage Therapists
Tucker, who has spent 13 seasons with the Ravens, has denied the allegationsSam Hodde/Getty Justin Tucker #9 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.The Baltimore Ravens released kicker Justin Tucker amid sexual misconduct allegations, which he has continued to deny.Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta announced the decision via X on Monday, May 5."Somet…
Mike Preston: The Ravens cut Justin Tucker. There are no winners.
Some days, there appear to be no winners, even in the world of sports. The Ravens released kicker Justin Tucker on Monday, amid an NFL investigation into allegations from more than a dozen female massage therapists accusing him of sexual misconduct at several Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. Tucker had denied any wrongdoing, and the team did not cite the allegations in its statement about cutting ties with their longest-tenured player. …
Ravens release Tucker, calling it ‘football decision’ amid investigation
Justin Tucker’s career as a Raven has come to a stunning end. Baltimore released its longtime kicker on Monday, more than three months after more than a dozen female massage therapists accused Tucker of acting inappropriately at several Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. The NFL’s investigation into the allegations against him remains under review, league spokesperson Brian McCarthy confirmed to The Baltimore Sun. “Sometimes football deci…
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