Overview
- Former player Jordy Nelson, serving as the NFL/NFLPA-appointed hearing officer, denied Chase’s appeal and left the one-game ban in place.
- Chase forfeits a $448,333 game check plus a $58,823 per-game active bonus, per multiple reports.
- Postgame video showed Chase spitting on Jalen Ramsey; officials said they did not see the act live as Ramsey was later ejected for a punch.
- The NFL is still considering discipline for Ramsey’s punch, with reports indicating a likely fine rather than a suspension.
- Cincinnati will redistribute targets to Tee Higgins and depth receivers as Zac Taylor and Joe Flacco frame the week as an opportunity for others to step up.