Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja”Marr Chase has been handed a one-game suspension without pay by the NFL for spitting on Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jalen Ramsey. The incident occurred during a confrontation in the fourth quarter of their recent matchup.
During the altercation, Ramsey grabbed Chase by the face mask and threw a punch, leading to his ejection from the game. The league has cited Chase”s actions as unsportsmanlike conduct. Although Chase denied the accusation of spitting on Ramsey following the game, a local television station in Cincinnati captured video evidence of the incident.
As a result of the suspension, Chase will miss the upcoming home game against the New England Patriots. He does have the right to appeal the suspension as outlined by league policy.
In other news, the New York Jets are set to start quarterback Tyrod Taylor in place of the struggling Justin Fields for their next game. This decision follows a disappointing loss to the Patriots, highlighting ongoing concerns about Fields” performance.
Meanwhile, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix will be placed on injured reserve following a left knee injury sustained during a recent match against the Carolina Panthers. This will leave Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback for at least four games.
In basketball, LeBron James has returned to practice with the Los Angeles Lakers as he considers making his season debut. James is aiming to make history as the first player to compete in 23 seasons.
Former Cleveland Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar has successfully undergone a liver transplant after being on the waiting list for over a year, marking a significant milestone in his health journey.
On the international soccer stage, both Germany and the Netherlands secured their places in the upcoming World Cup with commanding wins in their final qualifiers.
In the NBA, star rookie Victor Wembanyama has been diagnosed with a left calf strain following an MRI, raising concerns about his availability for upcoming games.
Lastly, President Donald Trump has introduced the “FIFA Pass” to expedite visa appointments for World Cup travelers, emphasizing the importance of the event”s success.
