Summary
The NFL fined Philadelphia Eagles player Reed Blankenship $10,250 for unnecessary roughness during a game against the Chicago Bears. The fine was issued for a hip-drop tackle, and the money goes to NFL-related charities. This decision was part of the NFL's regular process of penalizing players each week for rule violations.
Key Facts
- The NFL fined Eagles safety Reed Blankenship $10,250 for unnecessary roughness.
- The penalty was for a hip-drop tackle during a game against the Chicago Bears.
- The fine is part of the NFL's weekly discipline for players who break rules.
- The NFL uses fines to protect players and maintain fair play.
- The money from fines goes to charities supporting athletes and their communities.
- Players can appeal fines, and appeals are reviewed by former NFL players.
- The biggest fine this week was $46,371 for Isiah Pacheco of the Kansas City Chiefs for using a helmet during a tackle.
