NFL Announces Punishment for Detroit Lions Defender After Saints Game

NFL Announces Punishment for Detroit Lions Defender After Saints Game

Lions defensive end D.J. Wonnum received a $12,611 fine for a hip-drop tackle against the Saints. Here's why the NFL's new disciplinary rules matter.

Lions' D.J. Wonnum Fined $12,611 by NFL for Hip-Drop Tackle - RAW CHILI

Getty GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 11: D.J. Wonnum #98 of the Detroit Lions celebrates after a sack against…

Lions’ DJ Wonnum latest to receive fine that could lead to suspension

Last week, Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell received a $15,930 fine for a hip- drop tackle against the Carolina Panthers. This week, it was DJ Wonnum who was fined for the same infraction, costing him $12,611 out of his paycheck. As we explained in the story about Campbell’s penalty, there’s more concern than just a […]

NFL Fines Detroit Lions Defensive Lineman D.J. Wonnum

Detroit Lions defensive lineman D.J. Wonnum has been fined $12,611 by the NFL for an illegal hip-drop tackle against the Arizona Cardinals.