NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe has been accused of rape in a civil suit, releasing a statement via his lawyer 'categorically' denying the claims.

Pro Football Hall of Famer and media personality Shannon Sharpe has been accused of sexual assault, battery and causing emotional distress.

A woman accused Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcaster Shannon Sharpe of sexually assaulting and battering her and using his fame to "manipulate, control, subjugate and violate women," in a Nevada lawsuit filed Sunday.