# C.J. Gardner-Johnson faces potential suspension

> NFL player C.J. Gardner-Johnson may get suspended after spitting on opponent.
- Title: C.J. Gardner-Johnson faces potential suspension · NBC Sports
- Summary: NFL player C.J. Gardner-Johnson may get suspended after spitting on opponent. C.J. Gardner-Johnson could face a full game suspension for spitting on an…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/c-j-gardner-johnson-faces-a-potential-suspension-for-spitting
- Published: 2026-10-19T14:22:48.667+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: c.j. gardner-johnson, nfl, bills, spitting, suspension, week 6, sports
## Spitting incident
C.J. Gardner-Johnson was ejected for spitting on an opponent during Week 6.
## Previous spitting cases
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was fined for spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott in 2025.
## Bengals receiver case
Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase was suspended for the next game after spitting on Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey.
## Current suspension risk
Gardner-Johnson missed half of Week 6 game against Raiders and may face full game suspension.
## League decision
NFL will decide if Gardner-Johnson gets full suspension or NCAA-style half-game penalty.
## Key takeaway

C.J. Gardner-Johnson could face a full game suspension for spitting on an opponent during Week 6.