Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett released a statement when the news broke about contention Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph used a racial slur before their fight started Thursday night. In Garrett’s statement, he doubled down on the allegation despite losing his appeal to have his indefinite suspension reduced.
The NFL released a statement indicating they looked into Garrett’s accusation and found no evidence of it. The NFL has access to numerous audio sources on the field including microphones at field level and on multiple players. If they heard nothing to warrant giving Garrett’s claims any credence, the matter is closed.
At this point the Steelers need to put all their focus and energy into preparing to take on the Cincinnati Bengals this weekend. Pittsburgh needs to win this week and push their record to 6-5 heading into their rematch with the Browns.
