Executives for the team formerly known as the Washington Redskins are being accused of sexual harassment and verbal abuse by 15 women who used to work for the NFL team. The Washington Post reports the incidents happened between 2006 and 2019. The women claim they faced unwanted sexual advances and were even urged to wear revealing clothes or flirt to close sales deals. Among the accused include former longtime radio voice Larry Michael, former director of pro personnel Alex Santos and others.
NFL owners have a conference call today as the league and union try to work out a plan to return to team facilities. The Players’ Association says 72 rostered players tested positive for COVID-19 through July 10th. NFL Network reports the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans have told rookies to report Monday for testing.