Ja'Marr Chase has been suspended for one game by the NFL without pay for spitting on Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey during a recent game.

Suspension Details

• The altercation between Chase and Ramsey occurred during the fourth quarter of the Bengals' loss to the Steelers.

• Chase will miss the Bengals' upcoming game against the New England Patriots as a result of the suspension.

• This is the first suspension of Ja'Marr Chase's career.

Financial Impact

• Chase will lose his weekly paycheck and an additional per-game bonus due to the suspension, totaling at least $448,333 in forfeited salary.

Context and Reactions

• Video evidence confirmed the incident, although Chase denied spitting on Ramsey.

• The incident is the second time this NFL season that a player has been suspended for spitting on an opponent.

• Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and others have commented on the situation, emphasizing Chase's prior positive contributions but acknowledging the need for accountability.

Chase can appeal the suspension, but as of now, he is set to miss only one game.