Patterson got a one-match ban for a careless tackle on Fremantle's Gab Newton in round two.
Why it mattersPatterson will miss Collingwood's next game. The ban shows the league's push to stop high contact and keep players safe.
AustraliaThe ban affects Collingwood's AFLW team selections for the next round and reflects Australian football's tackling standards.
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