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Cardinals Fine Jonathan Gannon $100,000 Over Sideline Altercation With Emari Demercado

The NFL said the team’s punishment ends the matter following consultation with the NFLPA.

Overview

  • Video from Sunday’s loss to the Titans shows Gannon confronting Demercado on the sideline and appearing to make contact after a fumble before the goal line.
  • Arizona imposed the six-figure fine on Tuesday, and reports indicate there is no suspension or additional team discipline for the coach.
  • The league stated it had been in contact with the NFLPA and the Cardinals and declared there would be no further action from the NFL.
  • Gannon apologized Monday to Demercado and the team, saying he let the moment get the better of him; the team does not plan discipline for the player.
  • The fine is the most notable coach penalty for a player altercation since Bruce Arians was fined $50,000 in 2022.