49ers Linebacker Dre Greenlaw Suspended One Game by NFL for Head-Butting Incident
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw has been suspended for one game by the NFL for head-butting an opponent following a late hit during a game against the Seattle Seahawks in Santa Clara, California.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 12, 2026 — The National Football League (NFL) has suspended San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw for one game. The league announced the suspension stemming from an incident that occurred during a recent game against the Seattle Seahawks.
The disciplinary action was taken following Greenlaw’s actions on the field in Santa Clara, California. According to the NFL’s ruling, the suspension is a consequence of Greenlaw head-butting an opponent. This act followed a late hit delivered by Greenlaw during the game.
The specific details regarding the opponent Greenlaw head-butted and the exact timing of the infraction within the game were not explicitly provided in the summary. The duration of the suspension is set at one game, meaning Greenlaw will miss an upcoming contest for the 49ers.
This suspension is the latest development in the NFL’s ongoing efforts to enforce player safety rules and penalize unsportsmanlike conduct. The league office typically reviews game footage and incident reports to determine appropriate disciplinary measures for violations of its conduct policies.
As a result of the suspension, Greenlaw will be unavailable for the San Francisco 49ers’ next scheduled game. The team will have to proceed without their starting linebacker for the duration of his one-game ban.
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