The NFL is investigating New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones for a potential illegal hit against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple.
The controversial tackle happened with 6:17 left in the fourth quarter during the Bengals’ 22-18 win over the Patriots on Saturday.
“Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the league will review for potentially discipline the hit to Apple’s lower legs on Monday, Tuesday at the latest,” Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk wrote. “A suspension is currently believed to be unlikely, but it is one of the potential punishments.