Daron Payne Suspended for One Game After Striking Amon-Ra St. Brown
The National Football League has handed a one-game suspension to Daron Payne, a defensive lineman for the Washington Commanders. This decision follows an incident where he struck Amon-Ra St. Brown, a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions, during a recent game.
Daron Payne’s Suspension Explained
The league’s office confirmed that Payne violated multiple rules under the NFL regulations. Specifically, he breached Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1, which addresses actions contrary to the principles of sportsmanship. This includes offenses like throwing a punch or using a forearm.
- Violation Details:
- Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1: Acts contrary to sportsmanship.
- Rule 12, Section 2, Article 14(d): Prohibits striking the head or neck of an opponent.
As a result of this incident, Payne was ejected from the game in the second quarter. The Washington Commanders played against the Detroit Lions, who won decisively with a score of 44-22. This victory improved the Lions’ record to 6-3.
Upcoming Games
As Payne serves his suspension, the Commanders will face the Miami Dolphins in Madrid. This game is significant for the team as they seek to rebound from their prior loss.
The Lions will return to primetime action, heading to Philadelphia to challenge the Eagles on Sunday Night Football. The kickoff for this highly anticipated matchup is scheduled for November 16 at 8:20 p.m.
