Kansas City Chiefs’ second-year receiver Rashee Rice appeared at the team’s organized team activities (OTAs) on Monday. Despite a turbulent offseason, Rice has been participating in the Chiefs’ offseason activities remotely earlier this year.
In recent months, Rice has faced numerous off-field incidents, including being involved in a multi-car crash while racing a Lamborghini in northeast Dallas. Rice now faces eight felony charges from the crash and a $1 million lawsuit from two injured individuals. The NFL is likely to suspend him soon.
Rice was also suspected of assaulting a photographer at a Dallas nightclub recently. However, the photographer has since provided an affidavit stating that it was a misunderstanding and that he wishes to drop the charges.
The Chiefs have made moves to strengthen their receiver corps by signing free agent Marquise Brown and drafting Xavier Worthy in the first round. With these additions, the Chiefs are looking to add depth at the receiver position to support Patrick Mahomes as they prepare for another Super Bowl title run.
Despite his troubled past few months, Rice had a productive rookie season with the Chiefs last year, setting records for postseason receptions as they secured their second consecutive Super Bowl title. As he continues to navigate his legal issues, Rice will hope to regain his form and contribute once again on the field for Kansas City this season.
