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NFL Fines Eagles’ Cooper DeJean $11,593 for Allen Iverson-Style Stepover

The penalty underscores the league’s tightened stance on taunting this season.

Overview

  • Reporter Tom Pelissero confirmed Saturday that DeJean was fined $11,593 for unsportsmanlike conduct tied to a Week 4 flag against the Buccaneers.
  • Officials penalized DeJean for stepping over Tampa Bay running back Rachaad White after a tackle in Philadelphia’s 31-25 win.
  • The sanction reflects a broader NFL crackdown on taunting, which also drew a recent fine for Eagles defensive lineman Jalen Carter.
  • DeJean, a second-year cornerback, has logged 31 total tackles and four passes defended through four games this season.
  • Philadelphia is 4-0 and hosts the Denver Broncos in Week 5 on Sunday afternoon.