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NFL Fines Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy $11,593 for Taunting After 31–0 Win Over Raiders

The penalty followed the league’s Gameday Accountability review, which can levy postgame discipline subject to appeal.

Overview

  • The NFL cited Worthy for unsportsmanlike conduct in the third quarter, when he stepped over and stared down Raiders cornerback Darnay Holmes after a first down.
  • No taunting flag was thrown during the game, but the league imposed the fine after reviewing the play at the 10:10 mark of the third quarter.
  • Raiders defensive back Isaiah Pola-Mao was fined $17,278 for use of the helmet and unnecessary roughness from the same Week 7 matchup.
  • Gameday Accountability fines are set under NFLNFLPA guidelines, with appeals heard by jointly appointed officers such as Derrick Brooks, Ramon Foster or Jordy Nelson.
  • Fine proceeds are designated for the Professional Athletes Foundation and the NFL Foundation to support player and community initiatives.