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NFL To Investigate Sexual Assault Accusation Involving Dallas Cowboys Player

Dallas Cowboys player C.J. Spillman is facing dual investigations over an alleged sexual assault that took place on Sept. 20 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine.

Police say Spillman hasn’t been arrested or charged, but he is under investigation.

A spokesman for the NFL tells the Associated Press that the league is also “looking into the matter” and is seeking to interview the alleged victim.

ESPN is reporting that Spillman is cooperating fully.

Spillman remains on the team during the investigation, but Cowboys coach Jason Garrett says that position could change if Spillman is officially charged.

The Dallas Morning News reported yesterday that Garrett made it clear that any Cowboy facing charges wouldn’t be allowed to play.

This alleged incident follows reported turmoil with how the NFL deals with players facing charges of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Justin Martin is KERA’s local host of All Things Considered, anchoring afternoon newscasts for KERA 90.1. Justin grew up in Mannheim, Germany, and avidly listened to the Voice of America and National Public Radio whenever stateside. He graduated from the American Broadcasting School, and further polished his skills with radio veteran Kris Anderson of the Mighty 690 fame, a 50,000 watt border-blaster operating out of Tijuana, Mexico. Justin has worked as holiday anchor for the USA Radio Network, serving the U.S. Armed Forces Network. He’s also hosted, produced, and engineered several shows, including the Southern Gospel Jubilee on 660 KSKY.