Buffalo Bills safety C. J. Gardner-Johnson was ejected from the Week 6 game against the Las Vegas Raiders after allegedly spitting on Brock Bowers.
The incident happened midway into the second quarter and C. J. Gardner-Johnson and Brock Bowers were involved in a brawl. Videos on social media went viral, appearing to show Gardner-Johnson allegedly spitting on Brock Bowers. Even J.J. Watt and play-by-play commentator Jim Nantz said on the broadcast that Gardner-Johnson may have spit at Bowers.
However, as of now, there is no confirmation that C. J. Gardner-Johnson did spit on Brock Bowers. Spitting in NFL games is considered unsportsmanlike conduct and may lead to a fine or suspension, as per NFL rules.
Here’s a video of the incident which appears to show C. J. Gardner-Johnson spitting on Brock Bowers during the brawl.
The broadcast showed that C. J. Gardner Johnson and Brock Bowers were exchanging words. As Bowers turned back to return to the Raiders’ huddle, Gardner-Johnson allegedly spit on the back of Bowers’ helmet.
Chargers players noticed the incident and complained to the match officials, who immediately ejected the safety. He had recorded only one tackle prior to the disgraceful departure.
This story is being updated.