NFL reduces Alaric Jackson suspension to one game after appeal
The NFL reduced Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson's suspension to one game following an appeal regarding his strike on Buffalo Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb after Monday night's game.
Initial two-game punishment stands
The league initially suspended Jackson for two games for striking Chubb in the face. Rams coach Sean McVay stated that Jackson must make better decisions following the incident.
Hearing officer lowers penalty
Hearing officer Derrick Brooks reduced the punishment to a single game after reviewing the appeal. Jackson will now miss only the Week 6 match against the Arizona Cardinals.
David Quessenberry starts at left tackle
Rams coach Sean McVay confirmed that David Quessenberry will start in Jackson's place for the upcoming game. Chubb claimed he initiated the conversation with Jackson before the altercation occurred.
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NFL suspends Rams' Jackson for striking Bills' Chubb in face after game
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Rams' Jackson has suspension cut to 1 game following appeal
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