Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson ejected for spitting at Raiders players

Incident occurred before halftime

Referees disqualified Gardner-Johnson after he spat toward Raiders tight end Brock Bowers and center Tyler Linderbaum shortly before the break. The Bills defeated the Raiders with a final score of 33-30 following this flagrant act.

Player issued formal apology

Gardner-Johnson told reporters that he and Bowers were simply arguing during play without specific incitement. He later posted on social media to apologize to his opponent, teammates, and the organization for the inappropriate gesture.

Safety expects league punishment

The safety stated in a postgame interview that he anticipated a fine or other punishment from the league. He acknowledged that his competitive nature must not cross the line of respect required in the game.