Broncos Linebacker Faces One-Game Suspension for Post-Game Behavior

Broncos Linebacker Dre Greenlaw Suspended for One Game

In a move that's becoming all too common, the NFL has suspended Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw for one game without pay following his post-game altercation with referee Brad Allen.

The Incident

After Sunday's narrow victory over the Giants, Greenlaw chased after Allen and reportedly made some threats as the referee tried to leave the field. The NFL's decision was based on Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1(b), which prohibits players from using abusive, threatening, or insulting language or gestures towards anyone involved in the game.

Another Player Involved

Linebacker Justin Strnad also had a moment with Allen, apparently slapping him in the back, and not in a friendly way. However, the NFL's statement did not mention any disciplinary action against Strnad.

The Aftermath

Greenlaw has the option to appeal the suspension, and the Broncos will have to face the Cowboys without him this Sunday. It's a reminder that while the game is intense, there are lines that shouldn't be crossed, even in the heat of the moment.