Detroit Lions star defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh was suspended for one game because of him stepping on Green Bay Packers star quarterback Aaron Rodgers ankle/calf area twice within a short period of time. During the game when I saw the play live I knew there was no way Suh would get off for the incident. Check the video below.
The problem with the one game suspension for the Lions is that it comes during a playoff matchup against the Cowboys. If there was a game the Lions needed Suh this would be the game against a run first offense with a strong offensive line.
Suh has applied to for an appeal so it is possible he will play, but with his history they may deal the appeal, but for the sake of the fans watching the game hopefully he will be able to play. I say that to say I don’t condone what he did to Rodgers it was dirty, but we don’t want to see the Cowboys steamroll the Lions because they are handicapped by a big lose. I say that to say this, if Suh can’t play he can only blame himself.
The Lions will be an underdog with Suh playing or not. Suh having a relapse certainly didn’t make any Cowboys fans sad. I’m pretty sure the Cowboys players will send Suh a thank you card, I know I would especially the entire offensive side of the ball.
Do you agree with the suspension? Yes, No or indifferent? Let us know in the comment section.
NOTE:
Suh won the appeal and will play in the playoffs. He received a fine for the amount of 70k.
