The Kansas City Chiefs are facing a lawsuit from Ramsey Robinson, a former NFL defensive back who previously served as the team’s director of player engagement. Robinson alleges wrongful termination, claiming that the franchise discriminated against him due to his race.
Robinson filed the lawsuit on a Sunday in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri. According to the lawsuit, he was summoned to a meeting in February where he was accused of assaulting a female colleague. He asserts that the Chiefs denied his request to see security footage of the incident, which ultimately led to his dismissal from the organization. His role involved various responsibilities, including mentorship and managing the locker room.
In the legal filing, Robinson mentions that he was compensated $125,000 by the Chiefs, noting that other NFL teams offer an average salary of approximately $171,932 for similar positions. He also claims that the Chiefs paid African-American employees more than their white counterparts.
Brad Gee, a spokesperson for the Chiefs, stated on Wednesday that he couldn’t comment on pending legal matters but emphasized that the team does not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Robinson dedicated nine years to the Chiefs in various front office roles. He was the last player picked by the Detroit Lions in the 2007 draft, appearing in 19 games across two seasons with the team, as well as playing three games for Philadelphia and four games with Cleveland in 2009.
The Chiefs have been contacted for additional comments regarding the lawsuit.
