The Detroit Lions and new head coach Matt Patricia have come under fire over the past few weeks for past sexual assault allegations against the organization's new coach that have risen once more.





Though the scenario occurred years ago and charges were quickly dropped, Patricia reportedly never disclosed the case to the Lions. The organization also never discovered this critical information during the vetting process, which forced the NFL to get involved and review the circumstances.





Per Adam Schefter, the league will move forward and not discipline the team or Patricia.

NFL determined that neither the Lions nor Matt Patricia will be subject to any discipline in regards to previous allegations made against Detroit’s HC, per sources. The league met last week with the Lions and Patricia. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 21, 2018

The indictment, which occurred in 1996, never went to trial. That didn't mean the NFL couldn't potentially issue a suspension based on a violation of league's personal conduct policy, especially as the reason for dismissal was the victim's own choice and not the determination of a court of law.





Since Detroit has claimed to have taken all the necessary steps to follow background checks and protocol when hiring Patricia, it was unlikely the NFL would have enough leverage or reason to deal a punishment.





Patricia and the Lions have begun their offseason OTAs Monday while the owners have also commenced annual spring meetings. This recent ruling is an obvious relief for the franchise and Patricia moving forward.