Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice has been sentenced to five years' probation and 30 days in jail following his involvement in a multi-car crash in Dallas last year, where he was driving at 119 mph before fleeing the scene.

Rice pleaded guilty to two felonies—causing a collision involving serious bodily injury and racing on a highway causing bodily injury—and has already settled a civil case by paying over $1 million to a victim’s family.

Despite his legal issues, Rice is not in custody as of now, but he has surrendered to police and plans to turn himself in after making necessary arrangements.

The crash involved six vehicles, injured four people, and was a chain reaction that Rice fled from without checking on victims, raising concerns about his responsibility and accountability.

The Dallas County District Attorney emphasized the importance of accountability for reckless driving, especially for someone with Rice’s public platform, and urged him to learn from this incident.

The NFL is expected to discipline Rice, potentially leading to a multi-game suspension, with league analysts suggesting a suspension of 2-4 games based on his plea and the severity of the incident.

The NFL's disciplinary process may be influenced by the league’s Personal Conduct Policy, which has historically resulted in suspensions for off-field misconduct.

The Chiefs have acknowledged the ongoing legal situation but have refrained from commenting further, while Rice’s absence could impact their offensive strategy in the upcoming season.

Fans and social media have expressed frustration over what they see as leniency in Rice’s punishment, with some criticizing the justice system and NFL’s disciplinary actions.

Rice, who previously played at SMU and has a strong Dallas connection, has also faced lawsuits from crash victims, with ongoing civil cases that may be delayed due to legal proceedings.

The Chiefs are preparing for the upcoming NFL season, with backup receivers like Hollywood Brown and Xavier Worthy potentially stepping up in Rice’s absence, especially after Rice’s previous knee injury last season.

While Rice has expressed remorse and apologized publicly, the incident has cast a shadow over his career and the team’s prospects, with the NFL and legal system still reviewing his case.