Spit happens. When it does, suspension follows.

The NFL, applying the precedent set (in a roundabout way) by the punishment imposed on Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter for spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott in Week 1, has suspended Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase one game without pay for spitting on Steelers safety Jalen Ramsey during Sunday’s game.

In the official announcement, the league says that “Chase spit on Pittsburgh cornerback Jalen Ramsey, violating Rule 12, Section 3, Article 1, which applies to ‘any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship.’”

Chase will have the right to appeal the decision. If he does, one of the three hearing officers — Derrick Brooks, Ramon Foster, Jordy Nelson — will make the final decision. All three are

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