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Carlton's Boyd handed three-game ban at AFL tribunal

Carlton's Jordan Boyd (pic) has copped a three-game ban for his tackle on Port's Darcy Byrne-Jones. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Carlton defender Jordan Boyd has copped a three-week ban for his dangerous tackle on Port Adelaide's Darcy Byrne-Jones after failing to convince the AFL tribunal the impact of his hit was not 'severe'.

Boyd pleaded guilty to rough conduct but challenged the impact grading, arguing a head clash between teammate Adam Cerra and Byrne-Jones immediately prior to the tackle contributed to his concussion.

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