NFL suspends Rams' Alaric Jackson for punching Bills player
Jackson's suspension was first set at two games without pay, then cut to one after an appeal. The punch followed Buffalo's overtime win over Los Angeles.
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What happened
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson was suspended for punching Buffalo Bills player Bradley Chubb in the face on the field after a Monday Night Football game. The NFL initially expected to suspend him for two games without pay, and the Rams released kicker Harrison Mevis in the fallout. Jackson's suspension was later reduced to one game after an appeal.
Why it matters
The punch led to a suspension that will keep Jackson out of Rams games for one game. The reports describe the incident as a violation that drew discipline from the league.
Timeline
- Oct 13, 5:47 PM ET: Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson is suspended for punching an opponent, and kicker Harrison Mevis is released.
- Oct 13, 6:54 PM ET: The NFL is expected to suspend Jackson for two games without pay.
- Oct 14, 8:42 PM ET: Jackson's suspension is cut from two games to one following an appeal.
Coverage
- Bills’ Bradley Chubb reveals trash talk that led to Alaric Jackson punch after MNF (Yahoo Sports)
- Rams' Jackson has suspension cut to 1 game following appeal (espn.com)
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