Broncos’ Kareem Jackson Ejected for Extremely Dirty Hit on Commanders TE Logan Thomas

The veteran defensive back could face another fine on the heels of the NFL disciplining him for an illegal hit in Week 1.

After receiving a fine for an illegal hit in Week 1, Broncos defensive back Kareem Jackson could be subjected to another infraction this week following his ejection against the Commanders.

Jackson, for a second week in a row, drew the ire of the officiating crew after unleashing a devastating hit on Commanders tight end Logan Thomas. Jackson’s hit came with 1:47 left in the first half, when the veteran DB launched into Thomas in mid-air as he extended for the ball in the end zone. 

Thomas secured the catch but took a shot squarely in the head and neck area from Jackson, resulting in a subsequent ejection just before halftime. Thomas managed to walk off the field under his own power to be evaluated for a concussion.

The dirtiest hit in the NFL so far this season pic.twitter.com/qGcWzohJCP

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Thomas was later ruled out of the game with a concussion:

Logan Thomas ruled out with a concussion

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Sunday’s unfortunate scene marks the second time Jackson’s actions have come into question on this season. Against the Raiders in Week 1, Jackson was issued a 15-yard penalty for an illegal hit on Las Vegas receiver Jakobi Meyers, a dirty play that resulted in a concussion for Meyers and a $14,819 fine from the NFL. 

With Meyers, who missed Week 2 with his injury, and Thomas now on the receiving end of dirty hits, there’s a good chance Jackson could receive more, perhaps even harsher, discipline from the NFL prior to Week 3.