Summary
The NFL fined Chargers safety Tony Jefferson twice after he was ejected from a game against the Chiefs for an unnecessary roughness penalty and making a gesture to the crowd. The fines totaled $14,222. The game also saw the Chargers defeat the Chiefs 16-13, and Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a season-ending ACL injury.
Key Facts
- Chargers player Tony Jefferson was ejected from a game for a hit on Chiefs receiver Tyquan Thornton.
- Jefferson received two fines totaling $14,222 — one for the hit and one for an obscene gesture.
- The Chargers won the game against the Chiefs 16-13.
- Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL during the game.
- The Chargers' victory improved their record to 10-4.
- ESPN estimated that the Chargers have a 95% chance of making the playoffs.
- Tony Jefferson is a veteran player with a long career since entering the NFL in 2013.
