Brandon McManus's lawyer refutes claims he sexual assaulted 2 women: 'Absolutely fictitious'

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Washington Commanders kicker Brandon McManus is being sued by two women, who were allegedly sexually assaulted by him last year on a flight to London while he played for the Jacksonville Jaguars. 

McManus’ attorney, Brett R. Gallaway, told ESPN that his client vehemently denies the claims. 

"These are absolutely fictitious and demonstrably false allegations made as part of a campaign to defame and disparage a talented and well-respected NFL player," Gallaway’s statement to ESPN read. "We intend to aggressively defend Brandon’s rights and integrity and clear his name by showing what these claims truly are – an extortion attempt."

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Brandon McManus #10 of the Jacksonville Jaguars walks off of the field after an NFL football game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium on November 26, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

The alleged victims of sexual assault, who were not named, say the incident occurred on the Jaguars’ plane overseas, according to court documents ESPN cited. 

Jane Doe I and Jane Doe II claim McManus was rubbing and grinding himself against them while on the flight. The women, who are also suing the Jaguars, say the team did not supervise him or create a safe environment for them. 

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The lawsuit alleges that McManus was throwing $100 bills at flight attendants in exchange for them to dance inappropriately for them, as the flight "quickly turned into a party."

Doe II said that McManus "smirked and walked away" after she confronted him, while Doe I claims one of his Jaguars teammates looked