Washington Commanders kicker Brandon McManus accused of sexual assault in civil lawsuit
ASHBURN, Va. (DC News Now) -- ESPN said Monday that the Washington Commanders' new kicker faces allegations of sexual assault that supposedly took place during his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
ESPN said two women filed a lawsuit in Duval County Circuit Civil Court, accusing Brandon McManus of assaulting them. The report said the women also claim the Jaguars didn't "create a safe environment" for staff members who serve the football team.
The women asked for $1 million and a jury trial.
A spokesman for the Washington Commanders provided DC News Now with the following statement Monday:
Earlier today, we were made aware of the civil lawsuit filed on May 24 against Brandon McManus. We take allegations of this nature very seriously and are looking into the matter. We have been in communication with the League Office and Brandon’s representation, and will reserve further comment at this time.
Washington Commanders spokesman