NFL Suspends Chiefs Rice Six Games, Former Rams Johnson Three Games

The NFL has announced a six-game suspension for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice at the start of the 2025 season due to his violation of the league's personal conduct policy. Rice’s suspension stems from a March 2024 vehicular collision in Dallas, for which he pleaded guilty and served a 30-day jail sentence; he will miss the first six games and be eligible to return in Week 7. Additionally, former Los Angeles Rams and Cleveland Browns safety John Johnson III has been suspended for the first three weeks of the 2025 season, although the NFL has not disclosed the reason. Johnson, currently a free agent, has yet to sign with a team and this suspension may impact his chances of joining a roster for his ninth season. Johnson was a key defensive leader during his time with the Rams and Browns, known for his tackles and interceptions, but has not played much in 2024 due to injury and limited game action. Both suspensions highlight the league's ongoing enforcement of personal conduct policies ahead of the 2025 NFL season.