NFL Notes: Jameis Winston, Chiefs, Jaguars, Seahawks, & Titans

Jameis Winston

Matt Baker of the Tampa Bay Times reports that Florida State QB Jameis Winston has been sued over sexual assault allegation.

The lawsuit was filed by Erica Kinsman over over claims of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment and “intentional infliction of emotional distress arising out of forcible rape.”

Zephyrhills’ Erica Kinsman filed a lawsuit Thursday in the Circuit Court of the Ninth Judicial District over claims of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment and “intentional infliction of emotional distress arising out of forcible rape.”

Kinsman’s attorney, John Clune, released a statement:

“Today, a very brave young woman filed her lawsuit against Jameis Winston for the sexual battery that she reported to police in December 2012. Over the past two years, this survivor of sexual violence has had to endure a delinquent police investigation, a hostile FSU athletic department, and Mr. Winston’s bullying lawyer. But the more these forces sought to silence her, the more determined she has become to step forward and hold Jameis Winston accountable for his actions. With the support of her family, she is prepared for this fight and for the counterclaims and the smear campaigns that will surely follow.

“We know that quite often the public is quick to support the cause against sexual violence but at times can be slow to support the individual women who come forward. We hope that this case becomes a model for understanding what real sexual assault cases look like as well as the barriers that survivors face in coming forward. Perhaps more than anything, Erica hopes to show other survivors the strength and empowerment that can come from refusing to stay silent no matter what forces are against you.

“Jameis Winston in contrast has proven time and time again to be an entitled athlete who believes he can take what he wants. He took something here that he was not entitled to and he hurt someone. There are consequences for that behavior and since others have refused to hold him accountable, our client will.”

Chiefs

• Chiefs waived LS Brandon Hartson.

Jaguars

• The Jaguars have yet to receiver any clarification from the NFL regarding the status of suspended WR Justin Blackmon, according to Ryan O’Halloran.
• O’Halloran mentions that Jacksonville was hoping for some clarity regarding Blackmon before the draft.

Seahawks

• Seahawks re-signed exclusive rights free agent DB DeShawn Shead.

Titans

• Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean reports that Nebraska DE/OLB Randy Gregory is scheduled to visit with the Titans on Friday.