Overview
- Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was fined $14,491 and running back Bucky Irving $6,349 for a touchdown handshake that included the prohibited nose-wipe gesture.
- Other players cited for similar “violent gestures” in Week 13 included DK Metcalf ($14,491), Nico Collins ($14,491) and Kyu Blu Kelly ($5,722).
- Week 13 produced 32 fines totaling $373,060, according to a detailed tally published by Yahoo/Cards Wire, with five infractions categorized as “violent gestures.”
- Four of the five “violent gesture” incidents reportedly were not penalized during games, illustrating the NFL’s postgame review and enforcement process.
- Fine amounts differ by contract size, per multiple reports, and all penalties are appealable though the NFL does not disclose appeal outcomes.