The NFL has recently announced that Houston Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson has been suspended for two games following the reduction of his illegal hit penalty. This suspension comes after Jackson was initially issued a three-game suspension for an illegal hit on Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen during a Week 6 matchup.
The NFL originally determined that Jackson had violated the league’s safety rules by delivering a hit that was deemed to be “unnecessarily late and forcible.” The league also noted that Jackson had “launched himself into the quarterback” and that the hit had “caused the quarterback to land on his head and neck area.”
However, after further review, the NFL determined that the hit was not as severe as initially thought and reduced the suspension to two games. Jackson has accepted the suspension and will be eligible to return to the field in Week 10 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
This decision comes as a relief for the Texans, who have been struggling with injuries this season. The team is currently without star wide receiver Will Fuller, who is out for the year with a torn ACL, and running back Lamar Miller, who is out for the season with a torn ACL and MCL.
The suspension of Jackson is a reminder of how important it is for players to abide by the rules of the game and to avoid dangerous hits. It is also a reminder that the NFL takes player safety seriously and will not hesitate to issue suspensions when necessary.
Kareem Jackson’s suspension serves as a cautionary tale for all players in the NFL. It is important for players to remember that they are responsible for their actions on the field and that any dangerous hits can result in serious consequences.
