Tag: Justin Tucker

Top free agent kickers the Ravens could target if Justin Tucker is released

If the Baltimore Ravens decide to part ways with Justin Tucker, here are four potential free agent replacements. 

Justin Tucker is considered by many to be the most outstanding placekicker in NFL history. Statistically, he is the most accurate kicker in league history.

However, nine massage therapists have accused him of sexual misconduct, and these off-the-field issues (pardon the euphemism) cloud his future with the club. 

Tucker is also coming off his worst season as a pro, so there are plenty of on-the-field reasons for Baltimore to move on from him. If the Ravens decide to take that action, here are four potential free-agent replacements.

Nick Folk, Tennessee Titans

He may be 40, but he’s still got it, as he went 21 of 22 this season, including a perfect 6-6 from 50 yards+. That 95% FG accuracy this past season was no fluke either, as his FG% in 2023 was 96%

Eddy Pineiro, Carolina PANTHERS

Going 22 of 26 this past season, Pinieiro is reliable. Coming off a two-year, $4.1 million deal, the Ravens could probably pick ’em up at a good value, too.

Matt Prater, Arizona Cardinals

He’s had a solid, consistent career, but at 41, he’s coming off a torn meniscus. Still, Prater was accurate to 85% in the last season he kicked. There are worse options, but then again, there are probably some better options.

Brandon McManus, Green Bay Packers

The 34-year-old seems to be aging like fine wine, as his FGM percentage has steadily increased over the past three seasons.

However, given what’s going on with Tucker, signing McManus could be a bad look. McManus was accused of sexual assault in May 2024 by two flight attendants on the Jaguars’ team flight from Jacksonville to London.

Should the Ravens part ways with Justin Tucker?

Should the Baltimore Ravens part ways with kicker Justin Tucker after three more maasge therapist accuse kicker of inappropriate behavior

Ravens star kicker Justin Tucker is facing more allegations that could force the NFL and organization to sideline the future Hall of Fame kicker.

Baltimore labels itself an organization with zero tolerance for off-field issues. GM Eric DeCosta has a significant decision to make regarding Tucker’s future.

According to the Baltimore Banner, Tucker faces three more allegations of sexually inappropriate behavior and misconduct, the newspaper reported Saturday.

In total, nine massage therapists in the Baltimore area have accused Tucker of inappropriate behavior that allegedly occurred during the 2012 to 2016 time period.

In response to the latest allegations, Tucker’s attorney told the Baltimore Banner to refer to Tucker’s social media post on Thursday, when the legendary kicker called the allegations “unequivocally false.”

For the Ravens, the question now becomes, how many accusations are too many? Following a season in which Tucker had his most inconsistent year since joining the franchise, should Baltimore part ways and retool at the kicker position?

This season, Tucker missed a career-high eight field goals, and it comes after a 2023 season when he only made one of five field goals from beyond 50 yards. Tucker finished the 2024 season by making his final 28 kicks (five field goals and 23 extra points).

Tucker has three years left on a four-year, $24 million contract extension, but there is no guaranteed money in 2025, 2026, or 2027.

Tucker, 35, is a seven-time Pro Bowl player who is the most accurate kicker in NFL history. He is the longest-tenured player on the Ravens and the last remaining player from their Super Bowl championship team in 2012.

Report: AFC North rival K Justin Tucker faces disturbing allegations

A report from the Baltimore Banner details serious allegations against Ravens kicker Justin Tucker, with an investigation underway.

Shocking and disturbing news has hit the NFL world in the early afternoon hours on Thursday, as arguably the AFC North’s most decorated kicker, Justin Tucker, has been accused of “inappropriate sexual behavior by six massage therapists,” according to the Baltimore Banner, which investigated the matter.

The allegations are graphic and may not be suitable for all readers. A description of the alleged behavior can be found in the original breaking report from the Baltimore Banner here.

The six women who accused Tucker chose to be identified by letters in the Baltimore Banner report to protect their identities from potential retaliation from fans.

The 35-year-old kicker experienced an extreme low on the football field in 2024, missing a career-high eight field goals this season. It remains to be seen how the Baltimore Ravens organization will handle these serious allegations.

As more information becomes available, Steelers Wire will continue to report on the situation and provide updates to our viewers.

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Massage therapists accuse Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of sexual misconduct

Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is accused of sexual misconduct by massage therapists

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by multiple massage therapists, according to a Baltimore Banner report. The incidents are alleged to have taken place between 2012-16.

Tucker released a statemnt saying the allegations are “false.”

“I have never before been accused of misconduct of any kind, and I have never been accused of acting inappropriately in front of a massage therapist or during a massage therapy session or during other bodywork,” Tucker’s statement said. “I have never received any complaints from a massage therapist, have never been dismissed from a massage therapy or bodywork session, and have never been told that I was not welcome at any spa or other place of business.”

According to the Banner investigation, the six therapists did not know each other yet gave similar accounts. The Banner referred to the therapists by a letter rather than their full name “to protect their privacy and prevent retaliation from the Ravens organization or their fans.”

The Banner wrote the following intro before the article as a warning that it has “graphic descriptions that may not be suitable for some readers.”

The entire article can be read by clicking here.

Justin Tucker massage therapist sexual misconduct allegations: What we know

Here’s what we know.

Justin Tucker, the longtime Baltimore Ravens kicker known for his long field goals (although he struggled this season), has been accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by multiple message therapists.

Before we go forward, a WARNING: There are NSFW descriptions ahead. 

Per a reported story by The Baltimore Banner, six massage therapists — unnamed for fear of “retaliation from the Ravens organization or fans” — Tucker acted wildly inappropriate, exposed himself and may have left what they think was ejaculate behind on a massage table.

Here’s what we know so far about the story that broke on Thursday afternoon, weeks after the Ravens’ 2024 season ended.

What is Tucker accused of?

From the story:

Five of the women said Tucker asked them to massage his pelvic region or inner thighs while he had an erection. Then they said he repeatedly wiggled his pelvis to remove the sheets, which fully or partially exposed his genitals. Two women said Tucker brushed them with his exposed penis. Three said, when they returned to the treatment room after Tucker left, they discovered a large wet spot on the massage table, which they strongly believed to be ejaculate.

When did all of this allegedly happen?

From 2012 to 2016, which would be a year after his marriage.

What did Justin Tucker say about these accusations?

His lawyers denied it, saying: “Mr. Tucker has never behaved inappropriately during any massage therapy session, and certainly never in the manner described [in the story]. Any suggestion to the contrary is a fictitious and utterly baseless claim.”

There was also this:

Tucker’s lawyers said it is “unremarkable” and “not news” that hemight become exposed during a massage. Athletes often shift around due to the discomfort that accompanies body work, and massage therapists themselves are the ones who adjust coverings, they said.

Tucker later tweeted a lengthy statement in relation to the accusations, calling them “unequivocally false”.

Was any action taken against Tucker after the alleged misconduct?

Two spas banned him. Some of the therapists refused to work with him. None of them went to law enforcement at the time.

For more, read the entire story at the Baltimore Banner.

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Beyonce shines for Netflix on Christmas Day: Top photos from Ravens win over Texans

Top photos from the Baltimore Ravens 31-2 win over the Houston Texans on Christmas Day in front of Beyonce on Netflix

Some thought Baltimore had peaked too soon after its 24-19 loss to the Eagles, but the Ravens have been 3-0 since then, and they have had a much-needed bye week.

A team unsure about their AFC North status can win the division in Week 18 after an impressive 31-2 win over Houston on Christmas Day in front of Beyonce and a monstrous Netflix audience.

Lamar Jackson was 10-15 passing for 168 yards, two touchdowns, and a 143.9 rating.  As a rusher, Jackson carried the ball four times for 87 yards and a touchdown, moving past Michael Vick on the NFL’s all-time rushing yards list for a quarterback.

With preparation for the Browns set to begin, we’re looking at the top photos from Christmas Night.

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Sights and sounds from first half as Ravens hold a 17-2 lead over Texans on Christmas Day

Sights and sounds from first half as Ravens hold a 17-2 lead over Texans on Christmas Day

The Ravens can smell a division title. After watching the Steelers fall to the Chiefs in the earlier game, Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry have Baltimore rolling through one half in Houston. With Beyonce and Post Malone in the building, the Ravens jumped out to a 17-2 lead on the back of Jackson’s arm, Henry’s strong running, and a stingy defense that improves each week. Baltimore held Houston to 125 yards of total offense in the first half, and if not for a Texans safety, it would have been on its way to blowing out the host team on Netflix. With the second half set to begin and Beyonce’s incredible performance just finished, here are sights and sounds from the first half. ****

Ravens CB Marlon Humphrey weighs in on Justin Tucker’s struggles

Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey weighed in on the struggles of kicker Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Ravens are 8-5 as they enter their bye week in Week 14. The five losses already represent one more than the team had all of 2023, and with four games still remaining on their docket, they will need to find answers to plenty of their problems sooner rather than later, as time is running out.

One of the things that will hopefully be ironed out by the time Baltimore plays its next game is kicker Justin Tucker’s struggles. Cornerback Marlon Humphrey was asked about Tucker, and he said that what the veteran is going through is typical for kickers, but Tucker’s greatness has so blessed the team that it can be taken for granted.

“I said this on the sideline: ‘I think [Justin Tucker] is … I said this to some of the guys earlier; I said, ‘I think this is normal for kickers, but we’ve just been so blessed by Tucker’s eliteness that we kind of take it for granted. We used to sit down there on the [sidelines], and when he goes up there, you know it’s going in. But I think great players, they get out of those slumps at the right moment, and I think Tucker is one of those guys. There’s not much I know about kicking, but I do know Tucker is a guy to get things turned around.”

Tucker is having a career-worst year for the Ravens in 2024, losing the team multiple games with his missed kicks. He has the talent to turn things around, but his decline has happened over the past two seasons, sparking plenty of cause for concern.

Legendary coach reveals how he’d handle Justin Tucker’s struggles

A legendary NFL head coach revealed a plan for Ravens kicker Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Ravens have seen kicker Justin Tucker fall off considerably over the last year and a half. His 2023 season was filled with missed kicks from 50+ yards, while 2024 has been even more of a disaster for the future Hall-of-Fame kicker.

There are massive questions about what Baltimore should do with Tucker amidst his struggles, from bringing in competition to letting him ride it out. A legendary head coach, Bill Belichick, gave his opinion on the matter, saying that while Tucker still has the leg and talent, something is going on with him technique-wise, and he could be in his head.

Belichick also mentions that he would stick it out with Justin Tucker rather than find another option without the leg or resumé that Tucker has. At this point in the season, the Ravens have limited options for fixing Tucker’s struggles. It will likely be up to Tucker himself to get himself right.