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NFL Fines 49ers’ Kyle Juszczyk Twice for Helmet Violations From Wild-Card Win

The penalties impose only fines, leaving the 49ers fullback eligible for the divisional game.

Overview

  • The NFL assessed two fines of $10,144 each for unnecessary roughness/illegal use of the helmet at 4:10 of the second quarter and 2:05 of the third quarter.
  • One cited play was a lead block that produced helmet-to-helmet contact with Eagles defensive end Jaelan Phillips; the other followed a 27-yard catch when he lowered his helmet into safety Reed Blankenship.
  • The discipline is monetary only with no suspension, so Kyle Juszczyk is expected to be available for San Francisco’s divisional-round matchup with Seattle.
  • Juszczyk can seek review through the league’s appeals process before officers Derrick Brooks, Ramon Foster or Jordy Nelson, whose decisions are final.
  • Proceeds from the fines will go to the Professional Athletes Foundation and the NFL Foundation to support health, safety and community programs.