Robert Griffin III (Photo : Washington Redskins)
Jessica McCloughan, wife of Washington Redskins General Manager Scot McCloughan, tweeted on Wednesday accusing ESPN reporter Dianna Russini of engaging in oral sex to get a scoop on the NFL team.
She tweeted, "Please tell us how many BJ'S you had to give to get this story. And did they laugh at you before or after?," quotes the New York Post. Her anger was over Russini's article that claimed disagreements within Washington over moving quarterback Robert Griffin III.
Griffin was Washington's former Rookie of the Year. Russini's article was sparked by a Washington announcement that it is no longer Griffin who would be quarterback. Instead, he would be replaced by Kirk Cousins. While Griffin had injuries that affected his NFL career, sports observers question the way Washington handled the career of Griffin.
Russini and Adam Schefter wrote that top Washington Redskins front-office officials and coaches want to say goodbye to Griffins, but team owners disagree with the decision. The two cited sources from the team and NFL.
Griffin has a guaranteed contract of $16.1 million until 2016 for injury only. He had a recent concussion, and if the team plays Griffin this season even if the NFL has not cleared him, the Redskins cannot cut the athlete until he is cleared to play again.
The GM's wife initially denied sending the offensive tweet which was deleted, claiming her account was hacked. However, Jessica eventually apologized to Russini through Washington's Twitter account.
The apology reads: "I deeply apologize for the disparaging remarks about an ESPN reporter on my personal Twitter account. The comment was unfounded and inappropriate, and I have the utmost respect for both the reporter and ESPN. I regret that my actions have brought undeserved negative attention to the Redskins organization and its leadership. My comments in no way reflect the opinions or attitudes of the organization and I regret that my behavior has in any way negatively impacted the team and its loyal fan base," quotes USA Today.
Despite Jessica's apology, ESPN said, "Dianna is an excellent reporter who should never have to be subjected to such vulgar comments. We are obviously extremely disappointed by today's development."
