Overview

• Branch struck Smith-Schuster after the Chiefs’ 30-17 win, moments after brushing off Patrick Mahomes’ handshake, triggering a midfield scuffle.
• NFL vice president of football operations Jon Runyan issued a one-game suspension without pay, with Branch eligible to return after Detroit’s next game.
• Smith-Schuster left with a bloodied nose, and Andy Reid said there was “pretty good damage” to the receiver’s nose.
• Branch apologized, calling his actions “childish,” while alleging an earlier illegal block; Dan Campbell called the behavior “inexcusable” and apologized to Kansas City.
• Branch will miss the Week 8 Monday night game against the Buccaneers, may appeal under the CBA, and his prior fines have drawn added scrutiny.