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 during Sunday's win against the Seattle Seahawks.
Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, October 12, 2026 — The National Football League (NFL) has suspended San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw for one game. The suspension stems from an incident where Greenlaw head-butted an opponent during the team’s victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
The disciplinary action was announced by the league following a review of the game. Greenlaw’s head-butting infraction occurred during the game on Sunday, which saw the San Francisco 49ers secure a win against their NFC West rival, the Seattle Seahawks. Specific details regarding the opponent involved in the incident were not immediately provided in the disciplinary announcement.
As a result of the suspension, Greenlaw will miss the 49ers’ next scheduled game. The exact game he will be absent for was not specified, nor was the process for appealing the suspension.
The NFL has a disciplinary process in place for unsportsmanlike conduct and violent actions on the field, aiming to maintain player safety and uphold the integrity of the game. Penalties for such actions can range from fines to suspensions, depending on the severity of the offense and the player’s disciplinary record.
The absence of a key player like Greenlaw, who plays a significant role in the 49ers’ defense, could have implications for the team’s performance in the upcoming game. The team will need to make adjustments to their defensive lineup to compensate for his absence.
Further details regarding the specific opponent, the timing of the infraction within the game, or any potential appeals process were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by JOSH DUBOW, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.
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