Former NFL defensive lineman and television analyst Marcellus Wiley is denying domestic violence allegations after his arrest over the July 4 holiday weekend.
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In a statement posted on X, Wiley said he is innocent and plans to address the matter more fully once the legal process allows.
"I completely and unequivocally deny these allegations, and I'm certain the truth will prevail," Wiley wrote. "Because this is now a legal matter, and because my greatest responsibility is protecting my babies, who have already been impacted, I have to handle this differently."
Wiley reportedly was arrested Saturday after his wife, Annemarie Wiley, told police he threatened to kill her and poked her in the cheek during an argument while the family was in Orlando for a basketball tournament.
The report states several children were present during the incident, including the couple's 7-year-old daughter.
I’m deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and concern for me and my itty bitties. Your support is fully appreciated.
I completely and unequivocally deny these allegations, and I’m certain the truth will prevail.
As you know, I’m usually the first to break down the truth and…
— Marcellus Wiley (@marcelluswiley) July 6, 2026
TMZ also reported that Annemarie Wiley has filed for divorce and requested a restraining order.
According to the report, Wiley denied that any physical altercation occurred and showed officers text messages that he said reflected a cordial relationship between the two. Police ultimately determined there was probable cause to arrest him on a domestic violence battery charge.
The allegations have not been proven in court, and Wiley has not been convicted of any crime.
A second-round pick by the Buffalo Bills in the 1997 NFL Draft out of Columbia University, Wiley spent 10 seasons in the NFL with the Bills, San Diego Chargers, Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars.
He earned second-team All-Pro honors in 2001 after recording 13 sacks with the Chargers and finished his career with 321 tackles, 44 sacks and 13 forced fumbles in 147 games.
Following his playing career, Wiley became a prominent football analyst, spending time with ESPN and later FS1.
