The women, who are identified in court documents as Jane Doe 1 and Jane Doe 2, alleged that McManus, who was playing for the Jaguars at the time, sexually assaulted them on the flight. They claimed that the incident occurred during a party on the plane. The judge’s decision comes after a lengthy legal battle, with the women’s lawyers arguing that the case should be heard in public to ensure transparency and accountability. The judge, however, disagreed, stating that the case did not meet the “exceptional” criteria for public disclosure.

05/20/2023. The lawsuit alleges that the Commanders’ former head coach, Ron Rivera, and former general manager, Martin Mayhew, were aware of the allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct against McManus. The lawsuit claims that they failed to take appropriate action, allowing the situation to continue.