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Bills CB Ejected for Spitting at Opponent
18 Oct
Summary
- CJ Gardner-Johnson was ejected for spitting at Brock Bowers' feet.
- The foul occurred late in the first half, leading to a field goal.
- This is Gardner-Johnson's second career ejection and fourth team in 15 months.
Buffalo Bills cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson received an ejection during Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The incident occurred when Gardner-Johnson spit towards the feet of Raiders tight end Brock Bowers with less than a minute remaining in the first half. This penalty placed the Raiders closer to the goal line, and they successfully kicked a field goal.
Gardner-Johnson's actions followed earlier instances where he narrowly avoided penalties, including reaching for a facemask. This ejection is his second career one, the first occurring in 2024 with the Philadelphia Eagles. His disciplinary issues have led to him playing for multiple teams, despite his talent.
Despite being a productive player and leading the NFL in interceptions in 2022, Gardner-Johnson has a history of behavioral concerns. He has been named the NFL's most annoying player in anonymous polls and has been fined extensively. His current team, the Bills, signed him to a one-year contract in March.
