Javier Loya’s fine and suspension stem from charges filed against him in Kentucky. Loya released a statement, disagreeing with the NFL’s decision.

HOUSTON — Houston Texans minority owner Javier Loya has been suspended by the NFL and fined $500,000 for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. This comes nearly two and a half years after Loya was accused of groping and sexually abusing women during private parties in Kentucky.  

Loya was originally charged with first-degree rape, five counts of first-degree sexual abuse and one count of third-degree sexual abuse. Then last year, according to ESPN,  Loya accepted a misdemeanor charge of “harassment with intent to annoy,” and the seven charges were dropped. 

KHOU 11 reached out to the NFL, Houston Texans, and Loya for statements, which are posted below.


NFL statement

“In March 2024, Texans minority owner Javier Loya entered an Alford plea in criminal proceedings brought against him by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. With the full support and cooperation of the Texans, the League subsequently conducted an investigation, following which the Commissioner determined that Mr. Loya’s actions violated the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy. Mr. Loya has been suspended indefinitely from the League and will be eligible to apply for reinstatement no earlier than June 2026. He also has been fined $500,000. Mr. Loya has had no involvement in Club or League affairs since being charged in the spring of 2023.”


Houston Texans statement

“The Texans cooperated with the NFL’s investigation and fully support the suspension of Javier Loya, one of our outside limited partners. This behavior has no place in our organization or our community. Since charges were first filed, Mr. Loya has been prohibited from participating in any Club or League activities. That will continue indefinitely in accordance with the NFL’s decision.”


Javier Loya’s statement

“I have cooperated fully with the league from the moment this matter arose. All charges against me were dismissed over a year ago, and I have remained transparent, respectful, and forthcoming throughout the process.

Although I voluntarily stood down from all team and league activities for more than two and a half years, I respectfully disagree with the NFL’s decision. I have always conducted myself with integrity, and I am grateful that the legal process ultimately resulted in the dismissal of all charges.

I will continue to cooperate to address any remaining questions directly with league leadership, and I look forward to seeking reinstatement and returning my full focus to supporting my family and the Houston community.”

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