Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing a significant legal battle after a civil lawsuit was filed against him in Dallas County District Court, accusing him of domestic abuse. The lawsuit, initiated by his ex-girlfriend Dacoda Jones, who is also the mother of his two children, seeks over $1 million in damages following alleged violent incidents that reportedly began in late 2023.
This development adds to Rice’s existing legal troubles, including a prior suspension related to a 2024 car crash case. The allegations and lawsuit have intensified scrutiny around Rice both on and off the field.
Details Emerge From Domestic Abuse Complaint Filed in Texas Court
The civil complaint accuses Rice of multiple assaults against Jones, including strangulation at their shared Victory Park home in Texas during December 2023. The lawsuit outlines a pattern of abuse that purportedly extended through July 2025. Among the claims are that Rice repeatedly grabbed, pushed, scratched, hit, headbutted, and struck Jones with inanimate objects.
His alleged abusive behavior also involved property destruction and locking Jones out of the home at night, with some incidents reportedly occurring while she was pregnant. Jones states that these attacks caused her significant physical injuries and suffering.
Defendant Rice has grabbed, choked, strangled, pushed, thrown, scratched, hit, and headbutted Ms. Jones, as well as hit her with inanimate objects,
As a direct and proximate cause of Rashee Rice’s assaults on Dacoda Jones, she has endured numerous physical injuries and significant pain and suffering.
This serious accusation comes shortly after Rice served a six-game NFL suspension for separate legal issues related to a high-speed crash on a Dallas highway earlier in 2024, for which he pleaded guilty.
Response From Rashee Rice’s Legal Team and Chiefs Organization
Rice’s attorney, Sean Lindsey, responded to the new lawsuit by referencing sworn statements from Jones made long after the relationship ended. Lindsey emphasized their intent to let the legal process proceed without further comment.
On October 9th, 2025, well after the parties’ relationship has ended, Ms. Jones states under penalty of perjury in a sworn Affidavit for Non-Prosecution that ‘Mr. Rice and I had a verbal argument, but he did not punch me.’ We will allow the legal process to run its course and have no further comment at this time,
C.J. LaBoy, Rice’s agent, did not offer any public remarks on the lawsuit when contacted.
The Kansas City Chiefs acknowledged the social media allegations earlier and confirmed ongoing communication with the NFL about the situation.
The club is aware of the allegations on social media and is in communication with the National Football League,
We have no further comment at this time.
Background on Rashee Rice’s Previous Legal and Career Developments
Rice’s 2025 season was marked by a six-game suspension related to felony charges stemming from a March 2024 incident involving street racing and a multi-car collision in Dallas that caused serious injuries. As part of his plea deal, Rice received 30 days in jail and five years of probation, with some flexibility on jail time per the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office.
The new civil case could impact Rice’s probation status, potentially causing further legal complications. Despite legal struggles, Rice returned to play eight games for the Chiefs in 2025, accumulating 571 yards on 53 receptions and scoring five touchdowns before a season-ending knee injury.
In his rookie year in 2023, Rice made a strong impact with 938 yards and seven touchdowns, helping Kansas City secure a Super Bowl victory that season.
Potential Implications for Rice’s Career and Ongoing NFL Investigation
The filing of this domestic abuse lawsuit will likely prompt the NFL to expand its investigation into Rice’s conduct beyond previous inquiries. The league has a history of enforcing strict personal conduct policies, and the new allegations could result in additional disciplinary actions.
Rice’s legal difficulties also pose serious questions about his future playing status and public image, as well as the broader impact on the Kansas City Chiefs organization and its reputation. Monitoring how the legal process unfolds will be critical in the coming months.
Statement from Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice’s attorney Sean Lindsey: pic.twitter.com/ILLG6tXAEj
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 18, 2026
A statement from the Kansas City Chiefs to @FOS following allegations of domestic violence against receiver Rashee Rice:
“The club is aware of the allegations on social media and is in communication with the National Football League. We have no further comment at this time.”
— Colin Salao (@colincsalao) January 8, 2026
