Commanders Release Ex-Broncos K Brandon McManus Amid Shocking Allegations
Yuck.
www.si.comHere’s the latest on Brandon McManus based on recent reporting I can access.
- Most recent reports indicate Brandon McManus was released by the Green Bay Packers in May 2026 after serving as their kicker for parts of the 2025 season and into 2026. This move followed prior legal questions surrounding him earlier in his career, which teams and observers noted had been resolved or investigated by the league.[8][9]
- Prior to the Packers, McManus played for the Washington Commanders and the Jacksonville Jaguars, with coverage highlighting his on-field performance and the surrounding legal matters from the London flight incident in 2023; those allegations were described as having findings of insufficient evidence by the NFL and were later resolved in civil settlements, though specifics were confidential.[2][3][4]
- In 2024–2025, McManus’ NFL journey included stints with the Broncos earlier in his career and a notable 2023 Jaguars season, with reports noting his career field-goal percentage around the 81% mark and that his professional status has frequently been tied to the outcomes of the investigations and settlements.[3][6][2]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current articles from major outlets and summarize any statements from teams, league summaries, or player quotes. I can also set up a quick timeline or a one-page factsheet with key dates, teams, and stats. Would you like me to do that?
Citations:
- Details on the Packers release in 2026 and related coverage.[9][8]
- Background on earlier allegations and their resolutions.[4][2][3]
- Career stats and prior teams, including Broncos and Jaguars.[6][2][3]