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Bills Defender Suspended After Spitting
Bills defender Sam Franklin Jr. suspended for spitting during Week 6 game.
In brief
Bills defender Sam Franklin Jr. suspended for spitting during Week 6 game. Bills defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. suspended one game for spitting after teammate C.J. Gardner-Johnson was ejected for similar incident. Originally reported by Buffalo Bills On SI.
Bills Defender Suspended
The NFL suspended Bills defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. for spitting during Week 6 game against Las Vegas Raiders.
Incident Details
Franklin spit at opponent with 1:32 remaining in fourth quarter after teammate Gardner-Johnson got ejected.
Rule Violation
Franklin violated Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1 for unsportsmanlike conduct during game.
Denial and Appeal
Franklin denies spitting allegation and will appeal to NFL hearing officers.
Gardner-Johnson Suspension
Gardner-Johnson suspended one game after admitting mistake on video.
Gardner-Johnson Apology
Gardner-Johnson apologized for inappropriate gesture and said it was unnecessary.
Coach's Stance
Head coach Joe Brady says team won't cut Gardner-Johnson despite fan calls.
Franklin's Background
Franklin has played seven seasons in NFL with five years with Panthers and two with Bills.
The main idea
Bills defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. suspended one game for spitting after teammate C.J. Gardner-Johnson was ejected for similar incident.
