NFL suspends 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw 1 game for head butt

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw faces a one-game suspension after head-butting Seattle Seahawks player Ernest Jones IV following a late hit on the Seahawks sideline during Sunday's 32-29 win. The NFL announced the suspension on Monday, deeming the head butt "contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship."

Greenlaw, who has a history of disciplinary issues, will miss San Francisco's upcoming Monday night game against Washington if he doesn't appeal the decision. His record includes two previous ejections and a sideline altercation in 2023, as well as a 2022 helmet-to-helmet hit on Chargers' Justin Herbert. Greenlaw was also suspended for one game last season for berating an official following a win over the New York Giants.

This incident occurred in the second quarter when San Francisco's Sam Darnold was hit late by Greenlaw after going out of bounds, resulting in a personal foul. The loss of the star linebacker could impact San Francisco's performance in their upcoming match.