Derwin James Suspension Upheld by NFL

Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James will miss Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs after his one-game suspension for repeated violations of NFL safety rules was upheld. James was penalized for unnecessary roughness following a helmet-to-helmet hit on Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth during a recent game. This marks James's seventh career penalty for unnecessary roughness, highlighting his aggressive playing style. Despite appealing the suspension, the NFL, citing player safety concerns, maintained the punishment. James's absence, along with potential injuries to key players like quarterback Justin Herbert, poses a significant challenge for the Chargers. The NFL emphasized that substantial penalties are necessary for repeated violations that risk player safety.