Chase Brown, the Bengals running back, was fined $5,481 for jumping into the Salvation Army kettle after scoring a touchdown in a recent game against the Dallas Cowboys. Brown, who grew up watching players like Ezekiel Elliott perform similar celebrations, was surprised to learn about the fine. The NFL's enforcement of rules regarding props in celebrations has been inconsistent, with varying penalties for similar actions. In the same game, other Bengals players were fined for different infractions, while only one Cowboys player faced a penalty.
- Chase Brown's celebration led to a fine, highlighting the NFL's strict rules on props.
- The NFL's enforcement of celebration penalties remains inconsistent.
Chase Brown | RB
Celebration
Fine
Week 14
1 receptions
1 targets
19 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Fined for jumping into the Salvation Army kettle after a touchdown reception.
- Initially ruled out of bounds, but video review confirmed the touchdown.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Multiple players fined for infractions during the game against the Cowboys.
- Chase Brown's fine highlights the risks of creative touchdown celebrations.
Dallas Cowboys
- Donovan Wilson fined for a tackle, indicating the game's physical nature.
Chase Brown | RB
Injury
Week 14
1 receptions
1 targets
19 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Fined $5,481 for jumping into the Salvation Army kettle after a touchdown.
- Expressed surprise at the fine, having grown up watching similar celebrations.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Three players fined in the same game, indicating a physical style of play.
Dallas Cowboys
- Only one player fined, suggesting less aggressive penalties during the game.