NFL suspends Alaric Jackson two games; Rams plan appeal
The Rams could lose their starting left tackle for two games, but will Jackson's appeal change the penalty?
On October 13, the NFL suspended Rams tackle Alaric Jackson for two games without pay for striking Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb after Monday's game.
The NFL suspended Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson for two games without pay after he struck Buffalo linebacker Bradley Chubb in the face following Monday night's overtime game. Rams coach Sean McVay said Jackson would appeal. [9]
The NFL suspended Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson for two games without pay after he struck Buffalo linebacker Bradley Chubb in the face following Monday night's overtime game. Rams coach Sean McVay said Jackson would appeal. [9]
Why it matters: The ruling would remove a starting offensive lineman from Los Angeles' games against Arizona and Las Vegas while also costing Jackson pay; the announced appeal leaves the final discipline unsettled. [9]
Key insights: The conduct occurred after the overtime game, rather than during a play. [9] | The penalty has both competitive and financial consequences: two missed games and no pay for that period. [9] | McVay's statement establishes an intended appeal, not an appeal outcome. [9]
Cheatsheet facts: What happened: The NFL imposed a two-game unpaid suspension on Jackson for striking Chubb in the face. [9] | Who pays: Jackson would lose pay, and the Rams would be without their starting left tackle against Arizona and Las Vegas. [9] | The catch: Sean McVay said Jackson would appeal the ruling. [9]