Overview
- The NFL announced on Saturday that Holcomb was fined $11,041 for an illegal blindside block on the opening kickoff against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- The play was not flagged during the game but was flagged by league review and categorized as a major safety infraction.
- Under this season’s rule change, three fines in the blindside-block category automatically produce a one-game suspension without further discretion.
- Holcomb can appeal the fine and may receive a partial refund if he avoids another fine for the same type of foul this season.
- The penalty adds to a wider pattern: the Steelers have been among the most-fined teams in recent seasons which raises financial and availability risks for the roster.