Summary
The NFL fined Bengals player Cedric Johnson $5,525 for a rough hit on Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders during a game. This marked the first meeting between Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Sanders, who is a rookie. The game ended with a 20-18 win for the Browns.
Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns won 20-18 against the Cincinnati Bengals with a last-second field goal.
- Shedeur Sanders played quarterback for the Browns in this game.
- Bengals player Cedric Johnson was fined $5,525 for a hit on Sanders.
- This game was the first between Joe Burrow and Shedeur Sanders as opposing quarterbacks.
- Sanders finished the game with 111 passing yards, 26 rushing yards, and one lost fumble.
- The NFL bases fines on a player's contract value and the nature of the infraction.
- Sanders completed his rookie season with 1,400 passing yards, seven touchdowns, and 10 interceptions.