The Seattle Seahawks made sure the Los Angeles Chargers left Week 4 still without a single win, grinding out a tough 30-23 victory at home. But that hard-fought win came with a price, as one of our linebackers just got slammed with a hefty $17,911 fine from the NFL for a controversial hit on Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert.
The Price of a Low Hit
Our guy was fined $17,911 for contact in the knee area or below Herbert, happening at 14:11 in the fourth quarter of that Week 4 game. Yep, it was basically a low hit on Herbert. The league rules are pretty clear on this one, prohibiting hits to a passer’s knee area or below. So, the fine is coming down. The good news is those fines actually go to the Professional Athletes Foundation to support Legends in need and the NFL Foundation, so at least it’s for a good cause. Still, it stings a little to see one of our players pay up.
A Win Is a Win, But The League Noticed
That 30-23 win over Jim Harbaugh and his Chargers wasn’t just another game. It was a clear statement. This matchup was absolutely full of heated moments, and this one hit definitely caught everyone’s attention, now it’s under even more scrutiny. The NFL is all about protecting players from unnecessary risk, promoting player safety, and emphasizing sportsmanship. You see why they made the call they did. But let’s be real, we were going for that win, making sure the Chargers stayed stuck in the mud without a single victory on their record.
Next up, the Seahawks are diving headfirst into a heated rivalry matchup against the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday. Meanwhile, the Chargers are still out there trying to snag their first win of the season, heading into a game against the Denver Broncos. This team isn’t backing down, even if it costs us a few bucks. We’re ready for the Niners. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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