Week 10, 2025
You CAN be called for unsportsmanlike while saying nothing
Bradley Chubb called for unsportsmanlike conduct in Week 10.
The Dolphins Bradley Chubb is called for unsportsmanlike conduct for taunting the Bills Josh Allen after sacking the quarterback.
Despite the protests on social media, I think this is a supportable-to-good call.
Unless Chubb said something to Allen after the play, the flag isn’t for verbal abuse.
Watch how Chubb got off Allen. He crawled spread-eagle over Allen, dragging his crotch across Allen, including his face. If his crotch didn’t touch Allen, Chubb certainly gave Allen a good look at it.
Officials always tell players to “roll off” other players and then “use the ground” to get back on their feet. This didn’t happen.
The NFL also wants players to treat each other with respect and not say words or do acts that disrespect an opponent.
The officials deemed Chubb’s actions disrespectful and the flag flew.
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