NFL suspends kicker Justin Tucker for first 10 weeks of 2025 regular season after sexual misconduct allegations

In January, The Baltimore Banner published first-hand testimonies from six massage therapists accusing NFL kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior from 2012 to 2016. In May, Tucker was released from the Baltimore Ravens after spending 13 years with the organization.

Since the allegations emerged, the NFL has been investigating Tucker’s conduct. On Thursday, the NFL announced that Tucker is suspended for the first 10 games of the 2025 season without pay.

“Free agent Justin Tucker is suspended without pay for the first 10 weeks of the 2025 regular season for violations of the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, it was announced today,” the statement read. “Tucker’s suspension will take effect on roster cutdown day, August 26, and he will be eligible for reinstatement on Tuesday, November 11.

“As with any free agent, Tucker may serve his suspension while not being under contract with a club. Tucker remains free to try out and sign with a club; if he is signed during the offseason, he may attend training camp and participate in preseason games.”

Since The Baltimore Banner‘s initial report, 10 other women have come forward with accusations against Tucker. The five-time First-Team All-Pro initially issued a strong statement denying the allegations. However, in February, Tucker released a follow-up statement, in which he apologized for making anybody feel disrespected, though he still denied the sexual misconduct allegations.

“I maintain I did not act inappropriately at any point before, during, or after a professional bodywork treatment session, nor have I ever been told I am unwelcome at any massage therapy provider. These claims are simply not true,” he said. “It devastates me to know that anyone I have worked with would not have felt respected and valued as a professional, but more importantly as a person, and to anyone who has felt otherwise, I am sorry.”

In total, 16 massage therapists across eight spas have accused Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior. The Baltimore Banner cited six massage therapists who claimed Tucker allegedly exposed his genitals, including brushing against at least two of the therapists, and allegedly leaving what they believed was “ejaculate on the massage table” after three of his treatments.

Additionally, The Baltimore Banner reported that multiple therapists alleged Tucker’s behavior “was so egregious that they ended his sessions early or refused to work on him again.” Ravens executive vice president and general manager Eric DeCosta released a statement on Tucker’s release in May.

“Sometimes football decisions are incredibly difficult, and this is one of those instances,” DeCosta said. “Considering our current roster, we have made the tough decision to release Justin Tucker. Justin created many significant and unforgettable moments in Ravens history.”