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Commanders' Captain Daron Payne Ejected for Punching Opponent

11/10/2025

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Daron Payne of the Washington Commanders was ejected for throwing a punch at Amon-Ra St. Brown after a Detroit Lions touchdown.
The ejection came as Washington trailed 22-10 midway through the second quarter.
Payne is the Commanders' defensive captain, and his absence weakened the defense.
The game is being broadcast on Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX) and available across other platforms.

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Daron Payne of the Washington Commanders was ejected for throwing a punch at Amon-Ra St. Brown after a Detroit Lions touchdown.
The ejection came as Washington trailed 22-10 midway through the second quarter.
Payne is the Commanders' defensive captain, and his absence weakened the defense.
The game is being broadcast on Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX) and available across other platforms.