A day after being sued for sexual assault, football player signed by Nike


BLOOMBERG: Jameis Winston was sued Thursday for an alleged sexual assault, Nike added him to its roster of pro athletes Friday.

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BLOOMBERG: Jameis Winston was sued Thursday for an alleged sexual assault, Nike added him to its roster of pro athletes Friday.

“Jameis has stated his innocence regarding serious charges made against him,” the company said.

Winston is widely regarded as the top pick in the draft on April 30. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have the No. 1 selection. Winston passed for 7,964 yards and 65 touchdowns over his two seasons at Florida State.

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