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Jim Nantz, J.J. Watt don’t shy away from Justin Tucker signing during Chiefs-Broncos game

CBS analysts Jim Nantz and J.J. Watt drew sharp contrast to their Prime Video counterparts by openly addressing the Kansas City Chiefs’ controversial signing of kicker Justin Tucker during Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos.

Tucker, who served a 10-game suspension last season for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, became a focal point after 16 women accused him of sexual misconduct in 2025, leading to his release by the Baltimore Ravens. Despite Tucker’s denial of the allegations—none of which resulted in charges—the Chiefs added him to their practice squad amid criticism, with head coach Andy Reid dedicating nearly half of his postgame press conference to deflecting questions about the move.

Nantz highlighted the backlash, noting the organization’s defensive stance, while Watt underscored the public outcry and Reid’s evasive responses, including his dismissive remark that ‘he’s done his suspension.’ The broadcast’s rare acknowledgment of the controversy stood out amid broader NFL silence on the issue, with Reid’s refusal to address the broader implications drawing particular scrutiny from media and fans alike.

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