Broncos Linebacker Dre Greenlaw Suspended One Game for Verbal Threat to Referee

Denver Broncos linebacker Dre Greenlaw was suspended for one game without pay by the NFL following an incident after the Broncos' 33-32 comeback win over the New York Giants, where he chased and verbally threatened referee Brad Allen as the official was leaving the field. The suspension, citing a violation of the NFL rule against abusive or threatening language toward officials, will sideline Greenlaw for the upcoming game against the Dallas Cowboys, although he has three days to appeal. This suspension also includes a financial penalty of $192,778. Greenlaw made his Broncos debut in the game despite missing the start of the season due to a quadriceps injury, playing 21 snaps and contributing six tackles and a quarterback hit. His performance helped the Broncos overcome a significant deficit, and Broncos head coach Sean Payton has praised Greenlaw's athleticism and potential impact on the defense. The exact language Greenlaw used remains unclear, but the incident has sparked reactions across social media and sports media outlets.