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Vikings Player Who Injured Ravens WR Rashod Bateman Punished by NFL

Vikings Player Who Injured Ravens WR Rashod Bateman Punished by NFL

Summary

Three Minnesota Vikings players were fined by the NFL after a game against the Baltimore Ravens. These fines were for different rule violations during the match. One of the fines was for a tackle that injured Ravens receiver Rashod Bateman, who will miss upcoming games due to an ankle injury.

Key Facts

  • The Minnesota Vikings lost to the Baltimore Ravens 27-19.
  • Cornerback Isaiah Rodgers was fined $17,389 for a hip-drop tackle on Rashod Bateman.
  • Bateman sustained an ankle injury and will not play in the following game.
  • Vikings linebacker Dallas Turner received two fines totaling $34,778 for separate infractions during the game.
  • Cornerback Fabian Moreau was fined $6,972 for using his helmet illegally.
  • Bateman is an important player for the Ravens, ranking second on the team in touchdowns.
  • John Harbaugh, Ravens' head coach, was upset that the tackle on Bateman wasn't penalized during the game.
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