NFL Player Cut From Team After Shocking Allegations

The Washington Commanders have parted ways with kicker Brandon McManus, a former Super Bowl champion, in the wake of troubling allegations. The decision comes just months after McManus signed a one-year, $3.6 million deal with the team. The allegations, which surfaced in a lawsuit filed last month, accuse McManus of sexually assaulting two flight attendants during a team trip last season.

According to sources, the allegations stem from a September 28, 2023, flight to London that was chartered by the Jacksonville Jaguars, McManus’s team at the time. The two women, identified in court documents as Jane Doe I and Jane Doe II, claim that the flight turned into a nightmarish ordeal.

In the lawsuit filed in Duval County, Florida, the women allege that McManus engaged in inappropriate behavior throughout the flight. Jane Doe I stated that McManus grinded on her multiple times, grabbed her on several occasions, and attempted to kiss her. She described the acts as non-consensual and deeply distressing. Jane Doe II recounted a similar experience, saying that McManus’s behavior left her feeling violated and humiliated. Both women are seeking unspecified damages.

We have released K Brandon McManus

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) June 2, 2024

Aware of the lawsuit, the Commanders announced McManus’s release on Sunday evening. Although the team did not provide a specific reason for the move, a statement issued earlier in the week indicated that the Commanders “take allegations of this nature very seriously.”

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McManus’s attorney, Brett R. Gallaway, vehemently denied the accusations, labeling them as “absolutely fictitious and demonstrably false.” Gallaway expressed his disappointment with the Commanders’ decision, saying that McManus had been denied the opportunity to defend himself.

Good nugget from @ProFootballTalk on the Commanders deciding to cut Brandon McManus. pic.twitter.com/FUNtQ64G2h

— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) June 3, 2024

“While we are disappointed with the team’s decision to release Brandon before he had the opportunity to defend against these fabricated claims, we will aggressively defend and clear Brandon’s name and reputation through the legal process. We intend to defeat these claims, fully exonerate him and look forward to seeing him back on the field where he belongs.” Gallaway said in a statement.

McManus, 32, began his NFL career with the Denver Broncos in 2014. Over nine seasons in Denver, he established himself as a reliable kicker, playing a key role in the Broncos’ Super Bowl 50 victory. He joined the Jaguars in 2023 converting 30 of 37 field goal attempts and making all of his extra points. The Commanders saw potential in McManus, signing him to a one-year deal in March 2024.

The lawsuit described the flight to London as one that quickly devolved into chaos. The women claim that McManus, along with other team members, disregarded personal boundaries, air travel safety, and federal laws. McManus allegedly distributed $100 bills in an attempt to persuade the attendants to drink and dance for him.

The lawsuit also implicates the Jaguars, accusing the team of failing to supervise McManus and ensuring a safe environment for staff. The Jaguars have acknowledged the lawsuit and stated they are looking into the matter.

In a statement, the Commanders said, “We have been in communication with the league office and Brandon’s representation, and will reserve further comment at this time.” For now, McManus and his legal team are preparing to fight the accusations, hoping to restore his reputation and resume his professional career.

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