Brandon McManus’ ex-Jaguars teammate describes ‘tense’ flight where he ‘grinded on two attendants’ as NFL star is sued

One member of the Jaguars roster exclusively told The U.S. Sun about the atmosphere on the plane and explained why some players were angry.

FORMER Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Brandon McManus has been branded an embarrassment by an ex-teammate after being hit with a lawsuit for alleged sexual assault.

The U.S. Sun has been in contact with a current member of the Jaguars roster, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, about the alleged event on an overseas flight to London last year.

The U.S. Sun has spoken to one of Brandon McManus' former teammates who laid bare his anger at the situation. (McManus pictured in May 2023.)
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The U.S. Sun has spoken to one of Brandon McManus’ former teammates who laid bare his anger at the situation. (McManus pictured in May 2023.)Credit: Getty

Brandon McManus pictured by a plane in September 2020, 3 years before the alleged event
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Brandon McManus pictured by a plane in September 2020, 3 years before the alleged eventCredit: Instagram/thekidmcmanus
McManus, per court documents obtained by ESPN on Monday, has been accused by two women flight attendants of rubbing and grinding himself against them.

They also accuse the NFL team of failing to create a safe environment for the airplane staff and want $1 million in damages and a jury trial.

INTEGRITY QUESTIONED

In a statement released on Monday evening, McManus, who was cut by the team during the off-season and signed a $3.6 million deal with the Washington Commanders in March, was backed by his attorney.

“These are absolutely fictitious and demonstrably false allegations, made as part of a campaign to defame and disparage a well-respected NFL player,” said Brett R. Gallaway.

“We intend to aggressively defend Brandon’s right and integrity and clear his name by showing what these claims truly are – an extortion attempt.”

However, one of McManus’ former teammates saw the incident and claimed the kicker was out of order and crossed the line.

The unnamed star said he was “surprised” the story didn’t come out sooner considering there were several witnesses on the Atlas Air Worldwide charter flight on September 28, 2023.

The lawsuit claims the trip “quickly turned into a party” and that McManus and other players showed little regard for the attendant’s personal space.

McManus is accused of passing out money in return for the women drinking and dancing for him, with one of the defendants claiming the 32-year-old tried to kiss her.

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She also said he was grinding up against her during meal service, before “smirking” when confronted about his actions.

“Some people think that their definition of ‘fun’ is one way, but others think it’s not ‘fun’ to do certain things, and to behave in a bad way or cross the line of respect towards women,” the unnamed NFL player told The U.S. Sun.

“You can’t behave like it happened, we have to set a good example for people and for everyone around, fans, workers, and everybody else.”

SHAMEFUL BEHAVIOR

He claims many of the shocked Jaguars team were “embarrassed” by McManus, and their hearts went out to the women affected.

“You could tell that the vibe and the whole situation was making things tense and very weird,” he continued.

“His deal didn’t get extended, obviously we all knew the main reason when that happened.”

MCMANUS IN THE NFL

2013: Isn’t drafted but signs with the Indianapolis Colts but is waived before the start of the season.

2014: Signs a contract with the New York Giants, plays in four pre-season games but then traded to Denver.

2015: Kicks three crucial field goals in Super Bowl win over the Carolina Panthers. Scored a Broncos’ record 10 post-season field goals.

2020: Signs a four-year, $17.2 million extension to run through until 2024.

2023: Released by Denver and signs for Jacksonville in May.

2024: Moves to Washington Commanders in March before news of alleged wrongdoing while playing for the Jaguars becomes clear in May.

The women, according to the lawsuit, have suffered mental anguish following the incident and have not been taken off the staff lists for future Jaguars flights.

The NFL franchise, meanwhile, has also been accused in the legal papers of gross negligence by failing to educate McManus about inappropriate and sexual contact with flight staff.

“You want people that are respectful and that represent the team, and the franchise in the best way,” said the source.

“But there were many of my teammates who were embarrassed and didn’t feel comfortable with that kind of situation, which is completely understandable.”

McManus married his wife Nadia in 2016 after meeting in college.

The couple has three children together.

The U.S. Sun has contacted the NFL and the Jaguars for comment, but is yet to hear back.

McManus, pictured here with wife Nadia, has three children
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McManus, pictured here with wife Nadia, has three children