NFL suspends Rams LT Jackson two games for punch after Bills game — SkimNews
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- Alaric Jackson was suspended two games without pay by the NFL for punching Bills OLB Bradley Chubb in the face after Monday night's 37-34 overtime loss in Los Angeles.
- Jackson was cited for violating Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1, covering "any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship," and is eligible to appeal under the CBA.
- Rams coach Sean McVay said he understands Jackson will appeal; if it fails, offensive tackle David Quessenberry will start at left tackle for Week 6 against the Cardinals and Week 7 against the Raiders.
- Chubb, who was still dressed in full uniform while Jackson had already removed his jersey and shoulder pads, told the California Post: "It's just emotions… they always catch the second guy. So, I let him swing."
- McVay acknowledged he does not know what Chubb said to Jackson before the punch, saying he wants to "understand the totality of the situation" before commenting on specifics.
- This is Jackson's second NFL suspension — he previously sat two games in 2024 for violating the league's personal conduct policy.
Why it matters: Jackson forfeits two games of pay and, unless his appeal succeeds, the Rams lose their starting left tackle for matchups against Arizona and Las Vegas. A second suspension in less than two years — following his 2024 personal-conduct ban — underscores a pattern the Rams will have to address with one of their cornerstone offensive linemen.
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