Chiefs’ Andy Reid Sparks Outrage With Response to Justin Tucker Allegations
Chiefs coach Andy Reid couldn't have handled the grilling he got about signing Justin Tucker more poorly than he did on Wednesday.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid faced intense criticism after his response to allegations of sexual misconduct against newly signed kicker Justin Tucker during a press conference. Tucker was accused by 16 massage therapists in Baltimore between 2012 and 2016, and served a ten-game suspension last season. Reid was questioned about the signing multiple times, with reporters asking about the message it sends to female fans and the organization's due diligence in the hiring process.
Reid's responses were dismissive and lacking empathy, stating that they "talked to a lot of people" to ensure everything was "OK," and refusing to discuss the matter further. Many fans took to social media to express their outrage, calling Reid insensitive and expressing disbelief that the organization would sign a player accused of such serious offenses.
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