Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing a civil lawsuit filed Feb. 18 in Dallas County, Texas, by his ex-partner Dacoda Nichole Jones, who alleges that the NFL star subjected her to nearly two years of physical abuse — including incidents she says occurred while she was pregnant.
According to court documents obtained by KCTV, Jones is seeking more than $1 million in damages, citing alleged physical injuries, emotional distress, medical expenses and lost earnings. The lawsuit outlines claims of repeated physical altercations between late 2023 and mid-2025 at residences in Dallas and the Kansas City area. Jones alleges she was choked, scratched, struck and headbutted during arguments and that some of the incidents caused visible injuries.
Rice has not been criminally charged in connection with the allegations, and the lawsuit is civil in nature. He has not publicly addressed the filing. His attorney has previously referenced a 2025 affidavit in which Jones declined to pursue criminal charges in one specific incident and stated that Rice did not punch her during that dispute.
The Kansas City Chiefs said in a brief statement that the organization is aware of the lawsuit and remains in communication with the National Football League. The NFL confirmed the matter is under review.
The filing comes weeks after Jones made a series of social media posts in January alleging abuse and sharing photos of injuries and damaged property. Those posts were later deleted, but they prompted public scrutiny and apparent league awareness. No criminal charges followed.
The timing of the lawsuit has drawn additional attention because it coincides with Rice going public with rapper Rubi Rose. Photos of the pair together have circulated widely online in recent weeks, including around Valentine’s Day, fueling conversation across social media platforms.
Supporters of Jones have called for accountability and emphasized the seriousness of domestic violence allegations, particularly those involving pregnancy. Others have questioned the timing of the filing, speculating about personal motivations tied to Rice’s new relationship. The case underscores the complex and often polarized public discourse that can accompany allegations involving high-profile athletes and entertainers.
Rose, born in Lexington, Ky., and raised in Atlanta, first gained widespread attention after appearing in the “Bad and Boujee” video by Migos in 2016. She has since built a rap career with multiple projects and a strong social media presence, releasing her debut studio album For the Streets in 2024. She has not publicly commented on the lawsuit.
Under the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy, players can face discipline for off-field conduct regardless of whether criminal charges are filed. The league’s baseline suspension for a first domestic violence offense is six games without pay, though the commissioner retains authority to adjust discipline based on the findings of its investigation.
The civil case remains pending. As of publication, no court has determined liability, and the NFL’s review is ongoing.
