# NFL disciplinary incidents involving Dre Greenlaw > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nfl-disciplinary-incidents-involving-dre-greenlaw > Updated: 2026-10-13T00:06:08.000Z. Sources: 39. Developments: 3. San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw has faced multiple disciplinary incidents involving league fines and ejections. On October 5, the NFL fined Greenlaw $11,941 for taunting the Denver Broncos bench following a confrontation with head coach Sean Payton. Greenlaw attributed the outburst to frustration regarding his previous release from the Broncos. On October 11, during a Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, Greenlaw was ejected in the second quarter. The ejection followed a personal foul for a late hit on quarterback Sam Darnold, which escalated into a physical altercation on the sideline where Greenlaw headbutted Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV, who was not wearing a helmet. The disqualification was issued under a rule allowing officials to disqualify players for “non-football acts.” Following a review, the NFL issued a one-game suspension for actions deemed “contrary to the generally understood principles of sportsmanship.” This disciplinary action, combined with his ejection, results in Greenlaw missing a game and a half. In Greenlaw’s absence, rookie Jaden Dugger is expected to take on a larger role. While Dugger has primarily served as the team's starting SAM linebacker, he is expected to move to the WILL position to play the majority of defensive snaps in Week 6. Despite the disciplinary issues, the 49ers maintained an undefeated 5-0 record following their 32-29 victory over the Seahawks. ## Claims - Officials ejected San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw during the second quarter of the game against the Seattle Seahawks. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Greenlaw was initially flagged for a late hit on Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Greenlaw headbutted Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV, who was not wearing a helmet at the time. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Seattle Seahawks 32-29. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold committed two turnovers during the game. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The ejection occurred under a new NFL rule allowing referees to eject players for actions that do not draw penalty flags. (single source) - Luke Gifford entered the game to replace Greenlaw. (single source) - The 49ers' penalty yardage totaled 34 yards during the game. (single source) - The 49ers improved to a 5-0 record with the victory. (single source) - Eddy Pineiro kicked a 43-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining to secure the win. (single source) - Quarterback Brock Purdy completed 19 of 29 passes for 189 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. (single source) - Wide receiver Mike Evans recorded 7 catches for 113 yards and one touchdown. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Dre Greenlaw suspended one game by NFL NFL linebacker Dre Greenlaw has been suspended for one game following an ejection against the Seattle Seahawks, opening a larger role for 49ers rookie Jaden Dugger. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dre-greenlaw-suspended-one-game-by-nfl ### 2026-10-11: San Francisco 49ers defeat Seattle Seahawks 32-29 to remain undefeated The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Seattle Seahawks 32-29 to remain undefeated (5-0). Linebacker Dre Greenlaw received a one-game NFL suspension following an ejection for headbutting Ernest Jones IV. 37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dre-greenlaw-ejected-from-49ers-seahawks-game-after-sideline-confrontation ### 2026-10-05: Dre Greenlaw fined by NFL following confrontation with Sean Payton NFL linebacker Dre Greenlaw was fined $11,941 for taunting the Denver Broncos bench, following a heated confrontation with coach Sean Payton stemming from Greenlaw's previous release from Denver. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dre-greenlaw-fined-by-nfl-following-confrontation-with-sean-payton --- Cite as: NFL disciplinary incidents involving Dre Greenlaw. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nfl-disciplinary-incidents-involving-dre-greenlaw