The former Miami Dolphins star cornerback Xavien Howard, who is an unsigned free agent has been accused of serious misconduct in a civil suit that was filed Broward County, Florida. The lawsuit claims Howard of sharing explicit images and videos with no consent. The accusations add a legal element to Howard’s Free Agency status.
The lawsuit, which was filed by two individuals who go by their pseudonyms Jane Doe and John Doe exposes the disturbing conduct of Howard. Jane Doe claims Howard recorded their sexual encounters with no knowledge and released the videos publically after she had rejected his requests. Jane Doe claims Howard’s actions have resulted in her suffering from emotional trauma.
John Doe, the other plaintiff, offers another, equally gruesome story. He claims that Howard infected his mother and made her be induced to have an abortion. In the event that she did not agree, Howard allegedly sent explicit images of her John Doe, who was an underage person when the incident occurred. According to the lawsuit was a part of Howard’s plan to humiliate and intimidate.
Disturbing Allegations and Legal Implications
The lawsuit, filed in May 2024 seeks damages in excess of $50,000. Jane Doe seeks damages for the emotional damage resulted from Howard’s behavior. John Doe’s claims are based on the humiliation and pain caused through Howard’s actions toward his mother.
While the lawsuit is currently an administrative matter, it provides a list of possible criminal charges Howard might be facing. They include harassment involving sexuality and privacy invasion through the public disclosure of private information as well as intrusion into privacy. However, there are no formal criminal case has been brought against Howard to date.
Howard’s legal problems are not new. Howard has been accused of crimes before, of negligence, stalking, in addition to domestic battery. The ongoing legal problems could have a negative impact on his future professional career with the NFL.
Impact on Howard’s Football Career
In the offseason, the Dolphins have released Howard in a move to cut costs and made Howard a free agent. Despite several Pro Bowl selections and notable performance on the field Howard’s decline in efficiency due to injuries has led to teams being hesitant to sign Howard.
The new lawsuit is adding another layer of confusion. The potential suitors may reconsider the possibility of pursuing Howard particularly in light of the possibility of an NFL investigation into his actions. Howard is a potential suitor, but the NFL has strict policies on personal conduct and Howard’s behavior could trigger disciplinary actions.
Background and Career Highlights
Howard who played for in eight years with the Dolphins was a star player. He was drafted from Baylor in the year 2016 Howard quickly established his name through his defensive talents. In his time He was able to intercept 29 passes in 100 games. He also earned the honor of four Pro Bowl selections.
However, the past two seasons witnessed a decline in his overall performance. The injuries, which included hip and groin issues have slowed his playing time and performance. This, coupled with legal issues have left his career path uncertain.
Looking Ahead
As Howard traverses this difficult period his legal battles as well as the outcome will be watched closely. The civil suit could have a major impact on his personal and professional lives. The 30-year-old cornerback is still an unrestricted free agent and is waiting for the outcome of how these allegations affect his professional career.
The NFL community, which includes players and fans are watching closely how the story unfolds. Howard’s return to football could depend not just on his physical health, but as well on the resolution of these important legal questions.
