Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson's one-game suspension for spitting at an opponent was upheld, the NFL announced Thursday.

The Bills have a bye in Week 7, so Gardner-Johnson will miss the team’s Week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens. Appeals hearing officer Jordy Nelson heard the appeal.

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Bills head coach Joe Brady called Gardner-Johnson's actions inexcusable.

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C.J. Gardner-Johnson of the Buffalo Bills walks off the field after being ejected against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half of an NFL game at Allegiant Stadium on Oct. 18, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nev. (Getty Images)

"It’s hard enough to win enough in this league with 48 guys, much less 47.…