Chiefs' Rashee Rice: Jail Time Won't Stop Training Camp!

Despite a recent jail sentence, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is set to fully participate in training camp, according to head coach Andy Reid. This announcement comes after Rice was sentenced to five years of deferred probation and 30 days in jail as a condition of his probation last week following a guilty plea in a Dallas County court.

The charges stem from a multi-vehicle car crash in March 2024 where Rice, driving a Lamborghini Urus SUV at a reported 119 mph, caused a chain-reaction collision involving four other vehicles. He pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges, including collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury.

"We’re going to progress as normal with (Rice)," Reid stated on Sunday. "He’ll go in and take all the reps that he’ll normally take. We always rotate that position, so depending on what happens here with the future, whoever needs to play will step in and know what they are doing and be in good shape to do it.” Reid also noted that he is unsure when the NFL will decide on any potential suspension for Rice.

As part of his plea agreement, Rice is required to pay restitution to all victims for their out-of-pocket medical expenses, totaling $115,481.91. The NFL has stated they are closely monitoring the situation, and sources suggest Rice is likely facing a multi-game suspension.

Rice issued an apology, stating, "There have been a lot of sleepless nights thinking about the damages that my actions caused, and I will continue working within my means to make sure that everyone impacted will be made whole.” He also urged others to drive safely and mind the speed limit.

While the legal proceedings continue and a potential NFL suspension looms, Rice's participation in training camp provides some stability for the Chiefs as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Key Takeaways

• Rashee Rice will participate fully in Chiefs training camp despite his jail sentence.
• He pleaded guilty to felony charges related to a high-speed car crash.
• Rice is required to pay restitution to the victims.
• An NFL suspension is likely.