Punter Matt Araiza is back in the NFL.
JL Sports agents Araiza have announced that their client has signed with the Chiefs. After Araiza went to hell and “returned in the last 18 months,” their ad thanked their clients for signing the group.
After becoming an All-American and Ray Guy Award winner at San Diego State, the Bills selected Araiza in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Araiza was named as a defendant along with two former college classmates in a civil suit alleging he molested the then 17-year-old girl. No criminal charges have been filed against Araiza, prosecutors said. It was not available. At the time of the accusation.
Araiza later filed a defamation suit against the plaintiff, but Both charges were dismissed In December.
“I am proud and honored. To sign a contract With the bosses,” Araiza said in a statement. “I am thrilled to be able to continue my career in the NFL. I want to thank my rock family and many friends for their unwavering support. I am excited to begin the next chapter of my career with the Super Bowl Champs!”
Tommy Townsend has been the starting quarterback for the past four seasons, but is set for unrestricted free agency next month.