49ers' Dre Greenlaw ejected after head-butting Seahawks' Ernest Jones during confrontation
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- During the Seahawks vs.
- 49ers Week 5 matchup, 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected after head-butting Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones following a late hit on quarterback Sam Darnold, reigniting tensions in the NFL rivalry.
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Why It Matters
The Seahawks and 49ers have developed a notable rivalry in recent NFL seasons, marked by competitive games and heightened tensions between the teams.
Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers has been one of the best rivalries the NFL has had to offer in recent years, but things went a bit too far during the second quarter of their Week 5 matchup.
49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw drew a flag for a late hit on Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold along the Seattle sideline. He was then confronted by several Seahawks players, including linebacker Ernest Jones. During the confrontation, Greenlaw head-butted the helmetless Jones, which led to his ejection.
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The NFL will review the incident and may issue a fine or suspension to Dre Greenlaw
Likely · Within days
Open Questions
- Will Dre Greenlaw face additional disciplinary action from the NFL?
- How will this incident affect future Seahawks-49ers matchups?
- Was there any prior history between Greenlaw and Jones that contributed to the confrontation?







