Jets' Quincy Williams Benched Amid Defensive Changes
Jets linebacker Quincy Williams, a starter since 2021, has been benched for Week 10 due to underperformance, but he plans to work his way back into the team.
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Jets Bench All-Pro LB Quincy Williams Amid Defensive Shakeup
Jets linebacker Quincy Williams has been benched due to underperformance, despite returning from injury and being in the final year of his contract. He hopes to regain his starting role, and the team considered trading him but couldn't find a suitable offer.
Jets Owner Woody Johnson Criticizes Justin Fields Amid Season Struggles
Jets owner Woody Johnson expressed frustration with quarterback Justin Fields' poor performance, criticizing the team's passing game and indicating a possible change at quarterback as the Jets remain winless at 0-7.
Jets Bench Fields for Offensive Boost Amid Winless Streak
Jets quarterback Justin Fields was benched during a game against the Panthers, expressing that the decision was not his to make and focusing on being a good teammate despite the team's ongoing struggles, with the Jets remaining winless at 0-7.
Bills bench Keon Coleman for disciplinary reasons in Week 5
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman was benched for the first series against the Patriots due to disciplinary issues, marking a recurring disciplinary concern as he was previously benched for being late to a team function last season.
Bills Suspend WR Coleman for Disciplinary Reasons
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman was benched for the first offensive series against the Patriots due to disciplinary issues, with coach Sean McDermott citing an incident from the week leading up to the game. Despite the setback, Coleman played 62% of the snaps, catching four passes for 23 yards and a touchdown, but also fumbled. The team emphasizes growth and consistency as key to his development.
Mixed Reactions to Anthony Richardson's NFL Readiness and Future with the Colts
Anthony Richardson has been benched by the Colts for the second time in his young career, with coaching staff emphasizing his effort and potential for growth despite inconsistent performance. The team plans for him to sit out the season to develop further, viewing this as a learning phase rather than a failure, and highlighting his young age and missed reps due to injuries.
Phillies bench Nick Castellanos for inappropriate comment
Nick Castellanos was benched for at least one game after making an inappropriate comment to Phillies manager Rob Thomson during a game, ending his streak of 236 consecutive games played. Max Kepler will replace him in the lineup.
Nick Castellanos benched for inappropriate comment, ending streak
Nick Castellanos' 236-game consecutive start streak for the Phillies ended after he was benched for an 'inappropriate' remark upon his removal from a game, highlighting ongoing tensions with management and his emotional nature.
Teen Basketball Player and Family Attack Coach in Retaliation for Benching
A high school basketball coach in Texas was attacked by one of his players and the player's family in the school's parking lot after the coach benched the student during a game. The assault occurred after the coach returned to the school, and the student and his family confronted him. The coach was punched in the face by the student and assaulted by the student's brother. Both suspects were arrested and charged with assault on a public servant. The investigation is ongoing.
Wander Franco benched by Rays for handling frustration.
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been benched for at least two games by manager Kevin Cash due to the way he has handled frustrating situations this season, including not running out grounders and throwing his bat after striking out. Cash declined to give specifics about any incidents but said the team will continue to support Franco as he works through this. Franco is hitting .287 with eight homers and 34 RBIs and has stolen 24 bases.
Red Sox bench Verdugo for lack of hustle on basepaths.
Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo was benched for Thursday's game against the Cleveland Guardians due to a lack of hustle during Wednesday's game. Manager Alex Cora spoke to Verdugo about the incident and expects him to be back in the lineup for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. The Red Sox have been struggling and recently held a players-only meeting to address their performance.