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NFL Fines BillsJosh Allen and Elijah Moore for ‘Violent’ Touchdown Celebration

The penalties reflect the NFL’s stricter 2025 policy on celebrations deemed violent.

Overview

  • Allen was fined $14,491 and Moore $13,888 for unsportsmanlike conduct after a Week 9 score against the Chiefs, per ESPN and league reporting.
  • Video shows the pair making a throat-slash motion, which the NFL classifies as a violent gesture under its updated celebration rules.
  • The actions were not flagged during the game and were disciplined after video review, illustrating the league’s postgame enforcement approach.
  • The fines were among four issued to Bills players from that game, including $14,714 to Christian Benford for illegal use of the helmet and $10,778 to Ty Johnson for a facemask.
  • Some outlets initially listed identical fines for Allen and Moore, but subsequent reports clarified the differing amounts now widely cited.