ESPN is maintaining its report that San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was in Melbourne, Australia, during the team's Week 1 International Game against the Los Angeles Rams, despite skepticism from local beat writers. Reporter Adam Schefter initially stated that York was in Australia for the season-opening matchup but did not attend the game. [1]
The reporting resurfaced as ESPN detailed York's six-game suspension and $500,000 fine following an arrest by Ohio police during a prostitution sting. The NFL stated that York's suspension includes games that have already passed because he was away from the team at the time. Under NFL suspension guidelines, owners are prohibited from attending games, being present at organizational facilities, or representing the team at club or league events. [1]
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- ESPN doubles down on odd Jed York story after 49ers owner’s suspension — 2026-10-04T20:55:04Z
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