Willie McGinest

Willie McGinest Hit With Lawsuit Over Gym Fight

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Willie McGinest is a New England Patriots legend. Drafted fourth overall in 1994, McGinest won three Super Bowls and made two Pro Bowls while in New England. A member of the Patriots Hall of Fame, McGinest holds two NFL records. McGinest’s records are for most sacks in a postseason and most sacks in a postseason game.

However, McGinest has also had his fair share of legal troubles. As a freshman at USC in 1990, McGinest and two other men faced trial over charges of battery and false imprisonment. A 23-year-old student accused the men of drugging and molesting her. However, all three men were acquitted. In 2016, one DeAndre Parks sued McGinest after accusing the former Patriot of assault and threatening behavior. Finally, in 2022, McGinest was arrested and charged with felony assault. This occurred after he was attacking a man at the Delilah nightclub in LA.

Another Lawsuit For McGinest

Willie McGinest in Atlanta in April 2022
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – APRIL 30: Willie McGinestattends 2022 Huncho Day Celebrity Football Game during Fan Controlled Football Season v2.0 – Week Three at Pullman Yards on April 30, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

First reported by TMZ, McGinest is being sued once again for yet another assault. Per the lawsuit, a man is accusing the retired player and three other men of assaulting him at a gym in 2021. Andrew Cortez claims he was working out a 24 Hour Fitness in Long Beach when someone took one of his weight plates. Cortez said he wasn’t finished using them. That’s when McGinest reportedly inserted himself into the situation and hit Cortez in the face with a closed fist.

The suit also alleges that the altercation had been broken up by gym staff. Furthermore, Cortez reportedly alleges that he is still suffering emotional distress as a result of the attack. Additionally, Cortez is still dealing with the consequences of the physical injuries he suffered. The plaintiff is seeking monetary damages of an unspecified amount. However, the path forward also remains unclear. McGinest is still facing the 2016 and 2022 lawsuits. Meanwhile, he is yet to comment on his latest legal issue. This is a developing story and we’ll have any updates here at HotNewHipHop.

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Willie McGinest Fired From NFL Network

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Willie McGinest is out at the NFL Network. The former New England Patriots star has been fired from the network following an incident dating back four months. The incident began after an individual spoke poorly of the USC football team. McGinest has been absent from the NFL Network since the incident. Now, the NFL Hall-of-Famer has been dropped due to budget cuts within the Network. McGinist has yet to comment on the situation.

The former USC Trojan collected many accolades during his time in the NFL. McGinest spent 15 years in the league. Twelve of those years in New England and three in Cleveland. McGinest was one of the pillars of the early Patriots dynasty. Tom Brady has mentioned many times before how McGinest was integral to the team’s success. During his time McGinest won 3-Super Bowls, as well as earning two Pro Bowl selections. Even with all of his accolades, McGinest isn’t running from the situation. The former college football standout has spoken on the situation previously. It seems as if McGinest understands the magnitude of what transpired.

Willie McGinest Facing Possible Prison Time

Losing his job may not be the only issue McGinest is facing. The 51-year-old could be facing some prison time stemming from the incident. Michael Mccarthy of Front Office Sports is reporting that McGinest is facing two felony charges. Shortly after the December incident, McGinest stated his regret, “To my colleagues at the NFL Network and those I work closely with as an advisor to professional and community-based organizations, please know I am embarrassed and regret what occurred.”

A truly unfortunate situation for someone so passionate about the sport. McGinest has long been a fan favorite for Patriots fans. His contributions to the sport and organization are now taking a back seat. The incident is a subtle reminder to always think before acting. Is the firing of McGinest justifiable? Will McGinest spend time behind bars? What does this mean for his legacy? Let us know your opinions on the matter in the comment section below. For the latest NFL news, stay locked in with us at HNHH.

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Willie McGinest Writes Lengthy Apology After Nightclub Fight

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Patriots legend Willie McGinest found himself in quite the dust-up earlier this month at a nightclub in LA. McGinest and his friends were caught on camera beating up a man. The circumstances around the beatdown are still unknown.

Subsequently, footage of the fight was released via TMZ. Furthermore, McGinest was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon. It was a horrible look for the NFL Network analyst, who has since taken to Instagram with an apology letter.

Willie McGinest prepares for a ride around the Long Beach Grand Prix track with Mario Andretti before the start of the 2018 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach on April 15, 2018 in Long Beach, California. (Photo by Greg Doherty/Getty Images)

Willie McGinest Speaks

Per McGinest:

“First and foremost, I want to offer my deepest apology for my lapse in judgment and behavior on December 9 at a restaurant in West Hollywood. To my family, community, friends, and youth I mentor, please know I feel horrible for my actions and take full responsibility.

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Most of all, I am disappointed in myself, as I know this is an isolated incident and is not reflective of my faith, role as a father, life’s body of work, or the role model I’ve worked hard to become. It is personally devastating that decades of community service, youth engagement, mentoring, and professional development would become an afterthought in a single moment that should have never happened.”

McGinest’s former teammate Tom Brady actually reacted to the post with a heart emoji. Overall, many in the comments section reiterated the fact that McGinest is a good person. For them, this was just a bad moment that shouldn’t define him.

This is a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates. Additionally, let us know what you think of this latest sports controversy, in the comments section.

You can see footage from the fight, down below.

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Willie McGinest Beats Up Man At Nightclub: Watch

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Former NFL star Willie McGinest is considered to be a legend within the New England Patriots organization. He got to play with the team for 11 years between 1994 and 2005. Additionally, he got to see the rise of Tom Brady, which led to three Super Bowl titles for McGinest.

Overall, he is one of the most respected players in the history of the franchise. The Patriots inducted him into their Hall of Fame, and he is always invited to alumni events. Furthermore, he has a job working with the NFL Network, where he provides his expert analysis.

Willie McGinest attends the 34th Annual Cedars-Sinai Sports Spectacular at The Compound on July 15, 2019 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Cedars Sinai Sports Spectacular)

Willie McGinest Arrested

Unfortunately, McGinest found himself in trouble with the law Monday as he was arrested by authorities. He later posted bond, however, he was charged with assault with a deadly weapon. According to TMZ, this all stems from an incident that took place at a nightclub in Los Angeles, on December 9th.

As you can see in the video below, McGinest and a group of friends can be seen beating up a man on camera. This beatdown took place at Delilah in West Hollywood. McGinest speaks with the man in question before punching him in the face. Throughout the melee, McGinest even beat the man over the head with a bottle.

Overall, it was a pretty nasty beatdown that is certainly going to turn some heads. However, it was revealed that the NFL Network has suspended McGinest until further notice. They even offered a statement, saying “Willie McGinest will not appear on NFL Network while we review the matter.”

This is a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates from around the sports world. Additionally, let us know what you think about all of this, in the comments section down below.

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