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The Buffalo Bills are coming off a big Week 6 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and will now get a bye week to rest before returning to action in Week 8.

But for that Week 8 matchup, the Bills are going to be without a key defensive back, and not due to injury. Chauncey Gardner-Johnson was suspended by the NFL for a spitting incident during the Bills vs. Raiders game.

Somehow, he's not the only Bills DB to face this suspension from the NFL. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, defensive back Sam Franklin Jr. is joining Gardner-Johnson on suspension for spitting in the Raiders game.

A second Bills DB suspended for spitting incident vs. Raiders

"Bills DB Sam Franklin Jr. was suspended one game today for unsportsmanlike conduct that the league said was a spitting incident vs. the Las Vegas Raiders," Schefter reports.

Franklin and Gardner-Johnson are two defensive backs now set to be suspended for the Bills' Week 8 game coming out of their Week 7 bye.

When the Bills face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 8, they're going to be down a few defensive backs if these suspensions from the NFL hold up.

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NFL Network's Mike Garafolo is reporting that Franklin "denies the allegation" that he spit toward or on someone during the Raiders game. Franklin will appeal the suspension and try to avoid missing Week 8's matchup.

If both are out for that matchup, Buffalo will have to roll with Damar Hamlin, Jalon Kilgore, and Cole Bishop as their main safety rotation, as Gardner-Johnson and Franklin both might miss that game.

It's a wild situation for the Bills to find themselves in, as two defensive backs are now suspended for Week 8, barring an appeal changing things.

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Real Madrid superstar leaves Mourinho and teammates stunned with incredible work ethic

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Real Madrid have completed 100 days under Jose Mourinho since the charismatic manager’s return in the summer.

The team may have had a mixed bag of performances, but their record at home in particular has been exceptional.

Now, according to El Chiringuito TV (h/t Madrid Xtra), Jude Bellingham is making a remarkable impression behind the scenes at Real Madrid.

The English midfielder, who is set to sign a new long-term deal with the club, is spending up to eight hours a day at the club’s Valdebebas training complex.

Bellingham is consistently the last player to leave the training facilities, with his dedication surprising both his teammates and manager Jose Mourinho.

Bellingham setting an example at Valdebebas

The midfielder shows exceptional commitment to his daily routine. His work extends well beyond the usual first-team training sessions.

Spending up to eight hours at Valdebebas does not necessarily mean eight hours of physical training, but it does show Bellingham’s commitment.

Bellingham is setting an example at Real Madrid. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Nevertheless, the dedication offers an interesting insight into Bellingham’s approach to maintaining his performance levels.

Mourinho is understood to be particularly impressed, while the midfielder’s teammates have also taken notice.

For a player already established among Madrid’s most important figures, such commitment sends a positive message throughout the dressing room.

Why Mourinho will value Bellingham’s mentality

Bellingham’s importance to Real Madrid extends beyond his technical ability and attacking contributions.

His willingness to work, compete physically and take responsibility in demanding situations makes him an important part of Mourinho’s midfield.

The Portuguese manager has historically placed considerable emphasis on discipline, competitive mentality and players who put the team ahead of anyone else.

Mourinho will love to see Bellingham’s attitude in the rest of his squad. (Photo by Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images)

Bellingham’s training habits are well suited to those expectations. There is also a broader benefit for Madrid’s developing squad.

With several new signings adapting to Mourinho’s methods, having established players demonstrate strong professional standards will set an example.

However, workload management remains equally important, particularly during a season featuring domestic and European commitments.

Long hours at the training ground are valuable only when combined with appropriate recovery and carefully managed physical demands.

Bellingham is one of the first names on the team sheet for Jose Mourinho, and there is a good reason why this is the case.

It remains to be seen how the Englishman fares through the course of the season and whether his dedication influences the rest of the squad.

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