TAMPA, Fla. -- The Uber driver who accused Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston of assaulting her has released a statement through her attorney John Clune, acknowledging the league's work in its seven-month investigation that ultimately resulted in a three-game suspension for Winston.
"I am glad to see the NFL discipline Jameis Winston. I do appreciate his apology, even if it needs some work," she said Friday.
"I would like to publicly acknowledge the NFL Investigators, particularly Lisa Friel and John Iannarelli, for their kind, professional and thorough investigation.
"My experience should highlight the importance of believing women when they have the courage to come forward about sexual assault.