Sports · October 28, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs to sign kicker Justin Tucker to practice squad
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed veteran kicker Justin Tucker to their practice squad. Tucker, an eight-time All-Pro and former Baltimore Ravens player, is returning to the NFL following a 10-game suspension in 2025 for violating the league's personal conduct policy. The move comes as the Chiefs' current kicker, Harrison Butker, has experienced performance struggles. Tucker had been released by the Ravens in May 2025 following allegations of sexual misconduct involving multiple massage therapists in the Baltimore area, which led to his initial banishment from the league.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Justin Tucker signed with the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad.
- Tucker previously played 13 seasons for the Baltimore Ravens.
- Tucker served a 10-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy.
- The Chiefs signed Tucker following struggles by current kicker Harrison Butker.
- Tucker worked out for the Chiefs alongside former Rams kicker Harrison Mevis.
- Tucker is an eight-time All-Pro and a former Super Bowl champion.
Reported by only some outlets
- Tucker made all 30 of his kicks during his workout with the Chiefs.
- The number of accusers grew from six to 16 across eight spas.
- Tucker previously worked out for the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints earlier in the year.
- Tucker was banned from returning to two spas according to reports, though his legal team denied this claim.
- The alleged misconduct occurred during sessions between 2012 and 2016.
- Tucker's last game for the Ravens was on Jan. 19, 2025.
Confirmed
- Justin Tucker signed to the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad.
- Tucker was suspended for 10 games for personal conduct policy violations.
- The Ravens released Tucker in May 2025.
- Tucker is an eight-time All-Pro selection.
Reported
- Tucker made all 30 kicks during his Chiefs workout. (The Ringer)
- Tucker was banned from two Baltimore-area spas. (The Baltimore Banner)
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