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Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / October 21
The Buffalo Bills are alleged to have had a second spitter in Week 6—and are now facing another suspension for it
The Buffalo Bills allegedly can’t stop spitting on people, and it’s earned them another suspension. The Buffalo Bills learned earlier this week that they’d be without starting safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson for their next game after he was ejected for a spitting incident against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 6.
Buffalo Bills News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21
NFL hits another Bills player with suspension over a disgusting act
The NFL handed another Buffalo Bills player a one-game suspension for the same reason. The league announced on Wednesday that it is suspending Bills defensive back Sam Franklin Jr.
Sam Franklin News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21
Bills S Sam Franklin Suspended One Game For Spitting
The NFL announced on Wednesday that it has suspended Bills S Sam Franklin for spitting, citing an incident in this past week’s win against the Raiders. The league just suspended fellow Bills S C.J.
The 'Active multi-rushing-TD leaders' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rush for multiple touchdowns on at least four occasions can you name in five minutes?
Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / September 20
Bills S Sam Franklin Fined Under NFL's New 'Three-Strike' Suspension Rule
The Buffalo Bills were in action this past Thursday night, allowing them to get Week 2 over with early. They secured a win over the Detroit Lions, improving to 2-0 in the process and they now have their sights set on the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 3.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / September 19
NFL drops the hammer on Buffalo Bills defender for a block that could come back to bite him later in the season
The fine stems from Week 1, but the bigger story is a new NFL repeat-offender policy that could cost Franklin a game before the season is over. The NFL dropped the hammer on Buffalo Bills safety Sam Franklin, fining him $9,425 for a blindside block in Week 1.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25
Bills may be preparing to make a painful Damar Hamlin decision
Damar Hamlin is back in a familiar position with Buffalo. He is competing for a job, and the Bills do not have enough room to keep everybody.
Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 27
Latest Deal Sets Market for Bengals Veteran Ahead of Free Agency
The Cincinnati Bengals have a lot of storylines to follow this offseason. They will likely lose Trey Hendrickson in free agency, but they have the chance to franchise tag him.
Buffalo Bills News / A to Z Sports / February 27
Bills waste no time bringing back one of their own and a key piece to the team in 2026 and beyond
The Buffalo Bills are wasting no time filling out their roster and the coaching staff heading into 2026. New head coach Joe Brady has been busy, as during the first few days of the NFL Combine, it has been reported that the team finalized a deal to bring in former Penn State quarterbacks coach Trace McSorley.
Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / February 27
Bills To Re-Sign S Sam Franklin
Sam Franklin will not test the open market next month. The pending free agent safety has worked out a new contract to remain in place with the Bills. Buffalo has agreed to a three-year deal with Franklin, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Talk / September 4, 2025
Bills sign Matt Prater to practice squad, add Sam Franklin to active roster 
Bills kicker Tyler Bass was limited in practice on Wednesday, so the team has added some veteran insurance for Sunday night's opener against the Ravens.
Buffalo Bills News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 4, 2025
Bills Promoting S Sam Franklin
The Buffalo Bills are promoting S Sam Franklin from the practice squad to the active roster, according to Aaron Wilson. He landed in Buffalo after spending training camp with the Broncos and is viewed as a special teams aficionado at this stage of his career. Franklin, 29, went undrafted out of Temple in 2020 before signing with the Panthers.
Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / August 27, 2025
Bills bringing in former Panthers' special teams ace with ties to coaching staff
Buffalo Bills' head coach Sean McDermott memorably told his players "there's gonna be three guys that make this team solely on special teams" in a team meeting segment during "Hard Knocks" Episode 3.
Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / August 3, 2025
Denver Bronco roster review: safety/linebacker Sam Franklin jr.
Does the special teams ace have a spot on the 2025 roster? Samuel Lamar Franklin Jr. Position: OLB 6-3, 210lb (190cm, 95kg) Team: Denver Broncos Born: February 2, 1996 in Crystal River, FL (Age: 29-182d) College: Temple In April the Broncos signed nickle LB and special teams ace, Sam Franklin as a free agent.
Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / May 31, 2025
Broncos HC Payton Explains Signings of WR Sherfield, S Franklin
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton said he "felt like it was important" in free agency to address the oft-forgotten third side of he ball -- special teams -- with the signings of wide receiver Trent Sherfield and safety Sam Franklin, both appearing primed to play extensively under new coordinator Darren Rizzi.
Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / April 14, 2025
Report: Broncos Beat Out 17 Teams to Sign Coveted Free Agent
Unbeknownst to the public, there was a massive bidding war for former Carolina Panthers safety Sam Franklin — a war ultimately won by the Denver Broncos.
NFL News / Field Level Media / April 11, 2025
Broncos sign former Panthers S Sam Franklin Jr.
The Denver Broncos signed free agent safety Sam Franklin Jr. on Friday. Terms were not disclosed. Franklin, 29, played his first five NFL seasons with the Carolina Panthers after going undrafted in 2020.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 9, 2025
Broncos Sign Former Panthers’ 29-Year-Old Safety Prior to NFL Draft
The Denver Broncos are not quite done with free agency ahead of the NFL Draft that will take place later this month. After signing All-Pro ex-49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga to a three-year, $39 million deal in March, the Broncos still have space in their DB room for another fresh face. The team is signing former Panthers' safety Sam Franklin Jr.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 8, 2025
Broncos Signing S Sam Franklin
Per Ari Meriov, the Broncos are signing former Panthers S Sam Franklin to a one-year deal. Franklin, 29, went undrafted out of Temple in 2020 before signing with the Panthers.
Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 24, 2024
Panthers player goes viral for his vulgar insult caught on hot mic
Carolina Panthers safety Sam Franklin on Sunday spoke volumes with his insult to a rival Arizona Cardinals player. The volume just so happened to be turned up to the max setting.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27, 2024
Panthers place two DBs on IR with return designations
The Panthers are among the teams who will give the NFL’s adjusted IR rule a test drive Tuesday.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29, 2024
Panthers safety suffers broken foot
He has not been a regular first-team option on defense, but he has proven to be a highly effective special teams contributor.
Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / July 29, 2024
Carolina Panthers safety Sam Franklin out indefinitely with broken foot
The Carolina Panthers have lost safety Sam Franklin for an indefinite amount of time after he suffered a broken foot in training camp. Panthers head coach Dave Canales revealed that Franklin suffered his injury on Saturday, informing the media during his press conference on Monday.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 27, 2024
Panthers to re-sign core special teams player
While another Panthers move will steal the headlines, the team also managed to retain one of their special teams aces Wednesday.
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