Patriots quarterback Mac Jones has recently come under scrutiny for a controversial incident involving Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner.
Well, good news is despite concerns about possible suspension, it appears that Jones will not be missing any playing time.
During a quarterback sneak in the Week Three game between the New England Patriots and the New York Jets, Sauce Gardner accused Mac Jones of engaging in extracurricular activities.
A video that circulated following the game showed contact between the two players, culminating in Gardner shoving Jones away.
Upon facing these allegations, Mac Jones vehemently denied any intentional strike against Gardner.
Mac Jones may be fined for hitting Sauce Gardner, but he won't be suspended. https://t.co/w3RttGQduU
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 26, 2023
In a statement made on Monday, Jones expressed his innocence, claiming that his actions were unintentional. He maintained that he did not have any malicious intentions towards Gardner.
Despite the heated controversy surrounding the incident, it appears that Mac Jones will not face a suspension from the NFL.
According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Media, no official announcement of a ban has been made.
Meanwhile, although Jones may have escaped suspension, he still faces the possibility of being fined for his actions.
