Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia addressed the Detroit News story of a 1996 sexual assault case where he was charged, and then had the charges dismissed.
Patricia told reporters, “I’m here today to defend my honor and to clear my name.
“There were claims made about me that never happened.”
“I did nothing wrong – and that’s all I’m going to say on that matter.”
Patricia also said he answered everything truthfully with the Lions during the interview stages, but did note the report didn’t come up during the process.
Patricia and a fellow college football player were indicted after a woman said she was assaulted while all 3 were on spring break at San Padre Island, Texas.
Lions management says “The Detroit Lions take allegations regarding sexual assault or harassment seriously. We believe and have accepted Coach Patricia’s explanation and we will continue to support him.”