I wonder if Adams will even get a suspension—at least before this game. Adams court date for misdemeanor assault is set for November 10, and perhaps the NFL will wait until after to make a ruling.
Even though it seems cut & dry, there are some mitigating circumstances for Adams. 1) He has no history of any violent offenses; 2) Most importantly, the camera man rushed up right in front of Adams while he was walking down the tunnel. The camera man shouldn't have done this. Adams push, which wasn't even that bad or violent, seems more reactionary of a man who was surprised and clearing the obstacle that jumped in his way; 3) zero premeditation or after act intimidation, follow-up violence etc.
Not defending Adams here and he was wrong. But the camera man was also but jumping in front of him. Perhaps the NFL will wait for the court ruling in November before deciding on the appropriate punishment because of those mitigating circumstances. Either way, he'll probably get a max fine and maybe a suspension, but which week?? Hopefully the Texans get lucky because Carr and Adams are on the same page now, like they were at Fresno St. Dangerous connection Stingley will be tested to the max.