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Bills WR Punished By NFL Before Bengals Clash

Bills WR Punished By NFL Before Bengals Clash

Summary

The Buffalo Bills are preparing for an important game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Ahead of the game, the NFL fined Bills player Gabe Davis $6,500 for unnecessary roughness during a previous game. If the Bills beat the Bengals, their playoff chances go up significantly.

Key Facts

  • The Buffalo Bills have an 88% chance of making the playoffs, which could drop to 74% if they lose to the Bengals.
  • Winning against the Bengals would increase the Bills' playoff chances to 95%.
  • The NFL fined Bills wide receiver Gabe Davis $6,500 for unnecessary roughness against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
  • Unnecessary roughness in football involves actions that the league sees as potentially dangerous to players.
  • Funds from NFL fines go to the Professional Athletes Foundation and NFL Foundation to support athlete health and safety.
  • Players can appeal fines, with cases reviewed by former NFL players appointed by the league and the players' association.

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