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Time of India
11 minutes ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Fired for being Black? Ex-Chiefs staffer Ramzee Robinson sues team, calls out racial bias and cover-up
Ramzee Robinson, former NFL player and Kansas City Chiefs staffer, is suing the team for wrongful termination and racial discrimination (USA Today Sports) F ormer NFL player and longtime Kansas City Chiefs staffer Ramzee Robinson has filed a lawsuit against the franchise, alleging wrongful termination and racial discrimination. The 41-year-old, who served as the Chiefs' Director of Player Engagement for nearly a decade, claims his firing earlier this year was both unjust and racially motivated. Ramzee Robinson denies any wrongdoing and says there is no evidence of the alleged incident According to the federal lawsuit filed on June 15 in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, Robinson was abruptly terminated in February after being accused by a superior of attacking a female co-worker. The accusation, Robinson says, was allegedly based on security footage that the team refused to show him. His attorney, Katrina Y. Robertson, stated to PEOPLE, 'My client dedicated years of professional service to the Chiefs organization and supported players through critical personal and professional challenges. This lawsuit seeks to hold the organization accountable for the systemic inequities and retaliation he faced for simply demanding fairness.' Robinson 'unequivocally denies having been in an altercation with anyone,' and asserts that the team provided no proof of the alleged incident. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Claims of racial disparities in pay and treatment within the Chiefs organization The lawsuit further alleges that Robinson's race was a 'motivating factor' in his termination and points to pay disparities within the organization. According to the filing, Robinson was paid $125,000 annually—well below the average salary of $171,932 for similar positions at other NFL teams. He also claims that the team consistently underpaid African-American business employees compared to their white colleagues, adding to a pattern of discrimination. A respected player mentor seeks accountability and compensation Robinson, who was the last pick in the 2007 NFL Draft and played for the Lions, Browns, and Eagles, transitioned into a mentoring role after earning a master's degree in professional counseling. His responsibilities with the Chiefs included guiding players through personal and professional challenges, from off-field troubles to family emergencies and relocations. Now, Robinson is seeking a jury trial and demanding compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and legal fees. The Chiefs, through spokesperson Brad Gee, declined to comment in detail but stated, 'The Chiefs do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.' Also Read: Tyreek Hill's intense training of son raises eyebrows amid history of domestic violence claims As the case unfolds, it highlights broader concerns about racial equity and workplace fairness in the NFL's front offices. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
National Post
10 hours ago
- Sport
- National Post
Ex-NFL player sues Chiefs for wrongful termination, racial discrimination
A former NFL defensive back is suing the Kansas City Chiefs for wrongful termination from his job as director of player engagement after accusing the franchise of discriminating against him because he is Black. Article content Ramzee Robinson, who spent nine years with the Chiefs, filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri on Sunday. Article content Article content In the lawsuit, Robinson claims that he was called into a meeting in February and accused of attacking a female co-worker, and that Chiefs refused to show him security video of the encounter. Robinson ultimately was fired from his position, which involved locker room management, mentorship and other responsibilities within the team. Article content Article content The lawsuit claims that Robinson was paid a salary of $125,000 US by the Chiefs, but that his research found other NFL teams paid comparable positions an average salary of $171,932, not including other benefits. It also claims that 'the Chiefs paid African-American business employees less than their white counterparts.' Article content Chiefs spokesman Brad Gee told The Associated Press on Wednesday that while he could not comment on pending legal matters, 'to be clear, the Chiefs do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.' Article content
Toronto Sun
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Ex-NFL player sues Chiefs for wrongful termination, racial discrimination
Published Jun 20, 2025 • 1 minute read Former Detroit Lions cornerback Ramzee Robinson during a game in 2009. AP Photo A former NFL defensive back is suing the Kansas City Chiefs for wrongful termination from his job as director of player engagement after accusing the franchise of discriminating against him because he is Black. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Ramzee Robinson, who spent nine years with the Chiefs, filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri on Sunday. In the lawsuit, Robinson claims that he was called into a meeting in February and accused of attacking a female co-worker, and that Chiefs refused to show him security video of the encounter. Robinson ultimately was fired from his position, which involved locker room management, mentorship and other responsibilities within the team. The lawsuit claims that Robinson was paid a salary of $125,000 US by the Chiefs, but that his research found other NFL teams paid comparable positions an average salary of $171,932, not including other benefits. It also claims that 'the Chiefs paid African-American business employees less than their white counterparts.' Chiefs spokesman Brad Gee told The Associated Press on Wednesday that while he could not comment on pending legal matters, 'to be clear, the Chiefs do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.' 'We look forward to the facts of this case coming to light,' Gee said. The 41-year-old Robinson was the final player chosen in the 2007 draft by Detroit. He played in 19 games over two seasons for the Lions, then appeared in three games for Philadelphia and four for Cleveland in 2009. He never played for the Chiefs. Toronto & GTA Columnists MMA World NHL
Fox News
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Chiefs sued by former employee alleging racial discrimination after being accused of attacking female coworker
The Kansas City Chiefs are being sued by former NFL defensive back Ramzee Robinson, who previously worked as the team's director of player engagement. Robinson is alleging wrongful termination after accusing the franchise of discriminating against him because he is Black. He filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri on Sunday. In the lawsuit, Robinson claims that he was called into a meeting in February and accused of attacking a female co-worker, and that the Chiefs refused to show him security video of the encounter. Robinson ultimately was fired from his position, which involved locker room management, mentorship and other responsibilities within the team. The lawsuit claims that Robinson was paid a salary of $125,000 by the Chiefs, but that his research found other NFL teams paid comparable positions an average salary of $171,932, not including other benefits. It also claims that "the Chiefs paid African-American business employees less than their white counterparts." Chiefs spokesman Brad Gee told The Associated Press on Wednesday that while he could not comment on pending legal matters, "to be clear, the Chiefs do not tolerate discrimination of any kind." Robinson spent nine years working for the Chiefs in a front office role. Robinson was the final player chosen in the 2007 draft by Detroit. He played in 19 games over two seasons for the Lions, then appeared in three games for Philadelphia and four for Cleveland in 2009. He never played for the Chiefs. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Chiefs for further comment. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Former DB Ramzee Robinson sues Chiefs for wrongful termination
Ramzee Robinson, a former NFL defensive back who then served as director of player engagement for the Kansas City Chiefs, filed a lawsuit against the franchise for wrongful termination. The suit accuses the Chiefs of discriminating against Robinson because he is Black. A nine-year employee with Kansas City, Robinson filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri earlier this week. He claims that, in a meeting in February, he was accused of attacking a female co-worker, though the Chiefs refused to show him security footage of the incident. Kansas City ultimately fired Robinson, who added that the team paid him a salary of $125,000 while other franchises paid comparable positions an average salary of $171,932, not including other benefits. The suit claims that "the Chiefs paid African-American business employees less than their white counterparts." Robinson, 41, was the last player selected in the 2007 NFL draft out of Alabama. He played in 26 games across four seasons with the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles and Cleveland Browns, registering 37 tackles and a fumble recovery. --Field Level Media Field Level Media 2025 - All Rights Reserved
