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Fines Fly: Giants & Saints Face NFL Penalties
25 Oct
Summary
- Thomas Fidone fined for blindside block on punt return play.
- Saints players fined for quarterback hit and violent gesture.
- Total fines for four players reach $41,013.
- The Giants lost the game 34-27 with 17 penalties.
- NFL accountability report covered 2,354 plays, issuing 27 fines.
In Week 6 of the NFL season, the New York Giants and the New Orleans Saints saw four players fined for actions during their October 18th game. Giants tight end Thomas Fidone was fined $5,791 for unnecessary roughness due to a blindside block on a punt return play in the fourth quarter. The Saints also faced disciplinary action.
New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Vernon Broughton incurred an $8,381 fine for a hit on the quarterback, described as a blow to the head or neck, during the second quarter. Additionally, defensive linemen Christen Miller and Chase Young were fined $11,915 and $14,926 respectively for unsportsmanlike conduct involving a violent gesture late in the third quarter. These combined fines amount to $41,013.
The game itself resulted in a 34-27 victory for the Saints, with a total of 17 penalties called against both teams for 125 yards. Players have the option to appeal these fines. The league's player-safety rules address infractions like blindside blocks and certain quarterback hits, with repeat offenses potentially leading to suspensions. The league's Week 6 accountability report examined 2,354 plays, resulting in 27 fines across the league.
