Overview
- Chase will miss the Bengals' Week 12 game against the Patriots and forfeit about $507,000 in pay, with eligibility to return on Nov. 24.
- The suspension stems from postgame footage showing Chase spitting at Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey, who was ejected for throwing a punch.
- Referee Bill Vinovich said the officiating crew did not see the spitting during the game, prompting the NFL’s review after multiple angles surfaced.
- Hearing officer Jordy Nelson, jointly appointed by the NFL and NFLPA, denied Chase’s appeal, aligning with recent spitting-discipline precedent involving Jalen Carter.
- Pittsburgh’s Jalen Ramsey could still be fined for his punch, while Cincinnati shifts targets to Tee Higgins and other receivers as coach Zac Taylor and QB Joe Flacco highlight next-man-up opportunities.