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Texans Fined: Uncalled Penalties Sting Houston
1 Nov
Summary
- Texans players fined combined $18,028 for infractions vs. Giants.
- Ja'Marcus Ingram fined for unflagged unnecessary roughness.
- M.J. Stewart docked $11,667 for hip-drop tackle.
The NFL has issued fines totaling $18,028 to two Houston Texans players, Ja'Marcus Ingram and M.J. Stewart, for actions during their recent game against the New York Giants. Cornerback Ja'Marcus Ingram incurred a $6,361 penalty for unnecessary roughness due to a late hit on kickoff coverage in the second quarter. This infraction, which was called by officials, occurred during a return by Giants wide receiver Charlie Jones.
Safety M.J. Stewart was fined $11,667 for an unnecessary roughness violation stemming from a hip-drop tackle in the fourth quarter. Notably, this penalty was not flagged by officials during the game. The tackle occurred after a short pass completion to tight end Isaiah Likely, with the Giants subsequently scoring a touchdown on the same drive. Both players received reduced fines as first-time offenders.
