Sports · October 14, 2026
Rams LT Alaric Jackson's suspension reduced to 1 game
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson has had his two-game suspension reduced to one game following an appeal. The suspension stems from an incident where Jackson punched Buffalo Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb shortly after the conclusion of a game. Hearing officer Derrick Brooks issued the reduction, meaning Jackson will only miss the upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Hearing officer Derrick Brooks reduces Alaric Jackson's suspension to one game
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Alaric Jackson's suspension was reduced from two games to one.
- The suspension is for punching Buffalo Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb.
- The decision was made by hearing officer Derrick Brooks.
- Jackson will miss the Rams' upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals.
Reported by only some outlets
- The punch occurred minutes after the game ended.
- Jackson's base salary is $16.822 million, and a one-game suspension will cost him $934,555.
- A two-game suspension would have cost Jackson nearly $2 million.
Confirmed
- Alaric Jackson's suspension was reduced to one game.
- The suspension was for punching Bradley Chubb.
- Hearing officer Derrick Brooks handled the appeal.
Reported
- Jackson will lose $934,555 in salary due to the one-game suspension. (NBC Sports)
- The punch occurred minutes after the game ended. (NBC Sports)
Rumor
- Evidence regarding provocation from Chubb may have influenced the reduction. (NBC Sports)
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