Eagles' CJ Gardner-Johnson Ejected and Flips Off Fans After Unsportsmanlike Conduct Penalties

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C.J. Gardner-Johnson, a safety for the Philadelphia Eagles, was ejected from the team's game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday after receiving his second unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. This incident occurred in the third quarter of the game. Gardner-Johnson's first unsportsmanlike conduct penalty was for taunting, and the second one resulted from a heated exchange with Commanders running back Tristin McCollum. Following his ejection, Gardner-Johnson flipped off the Commanders' fans as he exited the field.

The Eagles were already struggling with injuries during the game, and Gardner-Johnson's ejection further complicated their situation. Despite Reed Blankenship stepping in to replace him, the Eagles' defense was unable to secure a victory, and they ended up losing the game to the Commanders.

After the game, Gardner-Johnson addressed the media, expressing his frustration and indicating that he felt the referees were biased against him. He mentioned that he had spoken to the officials and felt they were not on his side, which contributed to his emotional reaction.