Buffalo Bills linebacker Sam Franklin Jr. is officially eligible to play in Week 8, an absolute turnaround after his initial one-game suspension was slashed. This is huge for the Bills, who get a key player back on the field instead of watching from the sidelines.
From Suspension to a Steep Price Tag
The NFL’s decision came down Friday, just as the team is returning from their bye week. Franklin Jr. was staring down a one-game ban for unsportsmanlike conduct, but his appeal actually worked. Michael Signora, the NFL’s senior vice president of football and international communications, announced the news that hearing officer James Thrash reduced the penalty to a hefty $14,926 fine. That’s a serious chunk of change, but it’s a whole lot better than missing a game.
Back on the Field for the Ravens Showdown
This ruling means Franklin Jr. will be suiting up for the Bills’ Week 8 matchup. You know every coach wants their full roster available, especially when facing tough opponents. Having Franklin Jr. available changes the game plan, adding depth and talent where it was thought to be missing. Losing a player to suspension always hurts, but getting him back, even with a lighter wallet, is a win for the team.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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