Justin Tucker, ex-Ravens kicker, suspended for 10 games by NFL

The NFL on Thursday suspended free agent kicker Justin Tucker without pay for the first 10 games of the 2025 regular season for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, the league announced Thursday.

Tucker, 35, was released by the Baltimore Ravens on May 5 amid a sexual misconduct investigation.

The suspension stems from allegations involving inappropriate behavior with multiple female massage therapists. Sixteen women have accused Tucker of misconduct at eight upscale spas in the Baltimore area between 2012 and 2016. He has denied all allegations.


"We are disappointed with the NFL's decision," Tucker's agent, Rob Roche, said in a statement. "Justin has always strived to carry himself in a way that would make his family and community proud. He stands by his previous statements. In order to put this difficult episode behind him and get back on the field as soon as possible, we have advised Justin to accept this resolution and close this matter."

Although currently unsigned, Tucker is permitted to serve his suspension while a free agent and will be eligible for reinstatement on November 11. If he signs with a team before then, he may participate in training camp and preseason activities.

Tucker, widely regarded as one of the most accurate kickers in NFL history, holds the league’s all-time record for field goal accuracy at 89.1 percent. He earned seven Pro Bowl nods and was named First-Team All-Pro five times during his 13 seasons with the Ravens.

However, his performance declined in 2024, missing eight of 30 field-goal attempts and two extra points - both career highs in misses.

With Tucker’s departure, the Ravens have moved forward by selecting former Arizona kicker Tyler Loop in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.