Chubb Reveals Taunts That Led to Rams' Jackson Punching Him

Buffalo Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb has detailed the exchange that led to Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson punching him after their recent Monday Night Football game. The incident occurred during post-game handshakes following the Bills' 37-34 overtime victory at SoFi Stadium.

Chubb stated that he approached Jackson at midfield and said, "Hey, we’re gonna see y’all a** again, and when we see y’all again, that chipping ain't gonna save you, that tight end, that guard, that’s not going to save you." Jackson then confronted Chubb, getting into his face before delivering a punch that knocked Chubb's hat off.

"Then he said: 'What’d you say?' and walked up to me… and I said: 'That chip is not gonna save you, that guard is not gonna save you.' And then boom," Chubb recounted.

Following the altercation, teammates from both teams intervened to separate the players. Rams tight end Colby Parkinson and teammate Shaun Dolac were among those who helped calm Jackson down.

Chubb described the situation as a result of the game's emotional intensity. He explained his decision not to retaliate, stating, "I got to think about where I’m at, what situation I’m in. My team needs me." He added that he felt obligated to act as a leader and not react in a way that would detract from his role on the team.

Alaric Jackson has since been suspended for two games by the NFL for violating the league's personal conduct policy, specifically "any act which is contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship." He will miss games against the Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders. Jackson will be eligible to return to the active roster on October 26.

Jackson, who signed a three-year, $57 million contract extension with the Rams in 2025, has faced legal issues in the past. In June, he was accused of attacking his pregnant girlfriend but avoided criminal charges after being arrested on suspicion of domestic battery. Prosecutors opted not to file charges at that time, noting the case remained open for potential re-evaluation.

Additionally, Jackson served a two-game suspension in 2024 for an undisclosed violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy, which was later linked to a civil lawsuit alleging he recorded a woman without her consent during sexual activity and refused to delete the video. That lawsuit was eventually dismissed.