Sam Franklin Plans to Appeal NFL One-Game Suspension
Buffalo Bills player Sam Franklin received a one-game suspension from the NFL for allegedly spitting at an opponent, but Franklin denies the accusation and plans to appeal the decision.
Elmira, NY, October 21, 2026 —
Buffalo Bills player Sam Franklin received a one-game suspension from the NFL over an allegation that he spat at an opponent. Franklin denies the accusation and plans to appeal the decision.
The available information does not identify the opponent or say when or where the alleged incident occurred. It also does not provide details about the evidence cited in the suspension decision or explain when Franklin’s appeal will be heard.
Franklin’s denial and planned appeal mean the decision is being challenged. No further information has been provided about the grounds for the appeal, the process involved or whether the suspension could change as a result.
The suspension is for one game, but the information provided does not specify which game it would affect or whether it is scheduled to take effect before the appeal is resolved. It also does not include a statement from the Bills or additional comment from the NFL.
For now, the reported facts are limited to the league’s one-game suspension, the allegation involving an opponent and Franklin’s denial and intention to appeal. The outcome of the appeal and any further details about the allegation were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN WAWROW, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.
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