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Commanders Tackle Faces Suspension Ahead of Spain Game
11 Nov
Summary
- Commanders DT Daron Payne to appeal one-game suspension
- Suspension stems from punching Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown
- Payne could miss Commanders' game in Madrid, Spain
As of November 11th, 2025, Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne is facing a one-game suspension for punching Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown during a recent game. Payne has decided to appeal the suspension, which could prevent him from traveling with the team to Madrid, Spain for their Week 11 matchup against the Dolphins.
The NFL has had a varied track record on player suspensions this season. While some, like Lions safety Brian Branch and Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw, have had their one-game bans upheld, others like Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu have seen their punishments reduced to a fine. The league previously suspended Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter for one game with pay for spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.
Payne's suspension, if upheld, would cost him $1.087 million in lost salary. The appeals process is handled by hearing officers jointly hired by the NFL and the Players Association, so Payne and the Commanders will soon learn if he'll be able to make the trip to Europe for the game against Miami.
