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NFL Suspends Commanders’ Frankie Luvu One Game for Repeated Hip-Drop Tackles

The decision is the first suspension under the hip-drop ban, with Luvu set to appeal to a neutral officer.

Jul 23, 2025; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) walks out of team headquarters onto the fields prior to practice on day one of training camp at OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Nov 2, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs with ball after making a catch defended by Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images/ File Photo

Overview

  • Luvu’s third cited infraction came in the first quarter against Seattle on a tackle of Jaxon Smith-Njigba that was not flagged during the game.
  • He was previously fined $23,186 after Week 4 and $46,372 after Week 8 for similar plays.
  • Under the CBA appeals process, the case will be heard by an independent officer selected from Derrick Brooks, Ramon Foster, or Jordy Nelson.
  • If the suspension is upheld, Luvu will miss Washington’s Week 10 game against the Lions and forfeit a $508,333 game check.
  • The move reflects the league’s escalation from fines to suspension in enforcing the hip-drop rule, which the NFL adopted in 2024 to reduce lower-extremity injuries.