Rashee Rice civil lawsuit adds pressure after NFL suspension leaving Kansas City Chiefs with tough decision (Image via Getty)

Rashee Rice is facing serious questions about his future with the Kansas City Chiefs. The wide receiver is entering the final year of his rookie contract, but instead of contract talks, he is dealing with a civil lawsuit and renewed public attention. Earlier this year, a former girlfriend filed a civil lawsuit in Texas. She alleges that Rashee Rice assaulted her multiple times between December 2023 and July 2025. The case is civil, not criminal at this stage, but it has brought his name back into headlines.This situation comes after Rashee Rice was already disciplined by the NFL. In 2024, he was suspended for six games under the league’s personal conduct policy. That suspension followed a high-speed crash in Dallas in March 2024. Because of these past and present issues, many are now asking a simple question: could this be the end of Rashee Rice’s time in Kansas City? The Chiefs have not announced any new action. The NFL also has not confirmed any additional punishment so far. Still, the timing is important. Rashee Rice’s contract year was supposed to be about proving his value. Instead, his long-term future with the team feels uncertain.

To understand the full picture, it helps to look back. Rashee Rice was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2023. As a rookie, he made a strong impact with 79 catches, 938 receiving yards, and seven touchdowns. He quickly became a trusted target in the offense.Then came March 2024. Rashee Rice was involved in a multi-car crash on a Dallas highway. According to police reports, he was driving a Lamborghini Urus at a very high speed and made aggressive moves in traffic before the crash. Video from street cameras showed him leaving the scene. A few days later, he accepted responsibility.A Texas court later sentenced Rashee Rice to 30 days in jail and five years of probation. He was also ordered to pay more than $115,000 to victims. After that, the NFL suspended him for six games.In a statement released through his attorney, Rashee Rice said, “Last March, I was involved in a high-speed accident in Dallas.” He also said, “There have been a lot of sleepless nights thinking about the damage that my actions caused, and I will continue working within my means to make sure that everyone impacted will be made whole.”Now, with a civil lawsuit pending and his contract nearing its end, the Kansas City Chiefs must decide how this affects their plans. Nothing is final yet, but the pressure around Rashee Rice continues to grow.