Shannon Sharpe’s legal ordeal, involving a $50 million lawsuit filed in April, has officially come to an end after a settlement was reached on Friday. The case, which stemmed from allegations of sexual assault and emotional distress, had Sharpe vehemently denying the claims and accusing attorney Tony Buzbee of orchestrating a “shakedown.” Buzbee confirmed that the relationship between Sharpe and the accuser was complex, but a mutually agreed-upon resolution was reached, and the lawsuit was dismissed with prejudice. Throughout the case, Sharpe’s defense presented text messages describing the relationship as involving “role-play” and “fantasy,” while Buzbee maintained the existence of an “incredibly damning video.” With the legal battle resolved, Sharpe, who briefly stepped away from ESPN, is now expected to return for the NFL preseason.