Gold Coast defender Sam Clohesy has been handed a two-match ban by the AFL for his tackle on Greater Western Sydney player Ryan Angwin.
The incident, which occurred during the third quarter of Sunday's match, saw Clohesy tackle Angwin to the ground. Clohesy pinned one arm and as the ball released Angwin's head hit the ground.
The 23-year-old Giant looked dazed, had to leave the ground and didn't return to the game due to concussion protocols.
The Match Review Officer assessed the situation and handed down a verdict on Monday.
"It was the view of the MRO that Clohesy executed a dangerous tackle and breached the duty of care owed to Angwin, therefore engaging in a careless act," the statement read.
"Whilst a careless act causing a concussion will usually be graded as severe impact, in assessing the incident it was the view of the MRO that there are factors relevant to impact that are more consistent with a lesser impact grading.
"The incident has therefore been graded as careless conduct, high impact, high contact, resulting in a two-match suspension for Clohesy."
Gold Coast forward Ben Long has received two $1500 fines (one for striking and one for misconduct) for his fourth quarter incident with GWS' Clayton Oliver. Both fines can be downgraded to $1000 with an early plea.
Sydney livewire Tom Papley and Melbourne midfielder Jack Steele have both been handed a $1500 fine for engaging in a melee/wrestle during the fourth quarter of Swans-Dees clash. Both fines can be downgraded to $1000 with an early plea.
