# C.J. Gardner-Johnson suspended for one game

> NFL suspends Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson for one game after spitting at Raiders opponent.
- Title: C.J. Gardner-Johnson suspended for one game · Nbcsports
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## Bills safety suspended
The NFL suspended Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson for one game after he spit at an opponent during Sunday's win over the Raiders.

> The league notes Gardner-Johnson was suspended for unsportsmanlike conduct, with his actions violating Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1
## Gardner-Johnson ejected
Gardner-Johnson was ejected from the contest after spitting at an opponent during Sunday's win over the Raiders.
## Rule violation
The league suspended Gardner-Johnson for unsportsmanlike conduct, violating Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1 which covers acts contrary to sportsmanship.
## Gardner-Johnson's stats
Gardner-Johnson has 26 total tackles with two passes defensed and one interception this season in his first year with the Bills.
## Coach's reaction
Bills head coach Joe Brady called Gardner-Johnson's actions 'uncalled for' and said the team is way more important than the incident.

> It can't happen, it's going to be addressed. The team is way more important
## Next game
Gardner-Johnson may appeal his suspension but is eligible to return for Week 9's Monday Night Football game against the Vikings.
## Key takeaway

Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson suspended one game for spitting at Raiders opponent during Sunday's game.