Commissioner Roger Goodell sent a memo to all NFL teams Friday reminding them of the league’s policy that prohibits alcoholic beverages at team facilities and while traveling to games, a rule that was violated by the Washington Commanders this week.
According to a person with knowledge of the situation, Rivera addressed the incident in a team meeting and reached out to league officials Tuesday morning to inform them of how he handled the matter.The NFL said the Commanders’ response to the incident was sufficient and that it would not impose additional disciplinary measures.
Downing was charged with driving under the influence and speeding early Friday morning after the team returned to Nashville following its victory Thursday night at Green Bay.
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