The Carolina Panthers have confirmed they have launched a "full investigation" into 81-year-old Jerry Richardson. Details of the allegations have not been made public.
"The Carolina Panthers and Mr. Richardson take these allegations very seriously and are fully committed to a full investigation and taking appropriate steps to address and remediate any misconduct," a team spokesperson said in a statement first obtained by ESPN.
"The entire organization is fully committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse work environment where all individuals, regardless of sex, race, color, religion, gender, or sexual identity or orientation, are treated fairly and equally.