At his suspension appeal hearing Wednesday, Myles Garrett alleged Mason Rudolph used a racial slur before the fight toward the end of the Cleveland Browns' 21-7 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Nov. 14, according to ESPN's Josina Anderson and Adam Schefter.
Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten denied the allegation in a statement: "Mason vehemently denies the report of being accused of using a racial slur during the incident Thursday night in Cleveland. He will not discuss this accusation any further and his focus remains on preparation for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals."
The legal firm that represents Rudolph also disputed the allegation: "This is a lie.