Baltimore Raven's release kicker Justin Tucker in the middle of sexual misconduct scandal

The Baltimore Ravens have announced that the scandalized kicker Justin Tucker was released.

The future of the 35 -year -old was questioned after 16 massage therapists – from eight spas and wellness centers in the Baltimore region – allegations for sexual misconduct against the married NFL star.

Tucker denies any misconduct and previously described the accusations “shocking and heartbreaking”. But on Monday the Ravens confirmed that they had made the “difficult decision” to publish Tucker.

General Manager Eric Decosta mentioned the allegations and praised Tucker, who has been with the Ravens since 2012. Decosta insisted that the future of the kicker was decided by factors on the field.

“Sometimes football decisions are incredibly difficult, and this is one of these cases,” says the explanation.

In view of our current rut plan, we made the difficult decision to publish Justin Tucker.

The future of the 35-year-old has been questioned and have occurred since accusations of sexual misconduct

Tucker met today's wife Amanda during her first year at the University of Texas

'Justin has created many important and unforgettable moments in the history of Ravens. His reliability, focus, drive, resilience and extraordinary talent have made him one of the best kickers in the league for over a decade.

“We are grateful for Justins, while we play for the Ravens. We sincerely wish him and his family the best in this next chapter in their life. '

Among the accusations raised against Tucker, he is that he repeated his upright genitals – and deliberately – unveiled.

Two therapists claim that he had brushed her with his penis. More than once, the kicker is accused of having a little ejaculated on the massage.

Already in February, It was reported that NFL investigators visited Baltimore to interview therapists Who had made the bomb description about the Ravens kicker.

At around the same time, Decosta described the allegations as serious and worrying and refused to conclude Tucker's contract.

On Monday, however, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh existed on every decision about Tucker's future. 'Must be based on football '.

The 35 -year -old Tucker recently ended his 13th season in the NFL, all with the Ravens. His 66-yard field in 2021 remains the longest successful kick in the history of the league.

In 2022 he agreed to an extension of four years through the 2027 season. This deal guaranteed $ 17.5 million. But in 2024 he suffered the worst season of his career and this month Baltimore Kicker Tyler Loop added to her squad.

The alleged incidents are said to have taken place between 2012 – Tucker's rookie season in Baltimore – and in 2016.