The NFL continues to discipline the Chargers.
Linebacker Denzel Perryman was fined $66,666 for unnecessary roughness/use of helmet against the Chiefs. Perryman attempted to make a tackle on Kareem Hunt and he lowered his helmet and made contact with Hunt’s helmet.
Edge defender Khalil Mack was also fined $22,511. Mack was pass rushing from the outside and came inside, where his helmet made contact with center Creed Humphrey.
Another #Chargers fine for use of helmet: The NFL docked Khalil Mack $22,511 for this pass rush against Creed Humphrey (No. 52 aligned at bottom). https://t.co/7ABaauywUc pic.twitter.com/VCQZqDKtSt
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 5, 2024
While both of these incidents were likely unintentional, the league is being more strict with the safety of the players, and things like this are resulting in consequences.
These came a week after safety Derwin James was suspended for the game against Kansas City for a hit on Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth the week before. Despite appealing, it was upheld.