Daron Payne Suspended One Game for Retaliatory Punch, Misses Week 11 and International Trip

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne has been suspended for one game after being ejected for a retaliatory punch thrown at Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. The incident, which occurred after St. Brown reportedly took a 'first jab' at Payne's helmet, was captured in footage Payne later shared on Instagram to provide more context. Payne's appeal of the one-game suspension was upheld, resulting in him missing the Commanders' Week 11 game against the Miami Dolphins. He is also ineligible to travel with the team to Madrid for their international matchup. Teammate Javon Kinlaw criticized NFL officials for their handling of the situation, confirming he witnessed St. Brown initiate contact.