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Look at some of the largest NFL fines for teams, owners, coaches and players

The National Football League imposes significant fines on teams, coaches, players, and owners who violate league rules, whether the misconduct occurs on or off the field. One notable instance involved the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints, who each faced a $500,000 fine after a brawl occurred during a joint practice. The New York Giants were fined $200,000 for breaching concussion protocol, while Dallas owner Jerry Jones was penalized $250,000 for making an obscene gesture during a victory over the New York Jets.

Concussion violations led to fines for the New York Giants ($200,000) and a $350,000 penalty for the New England Patriots, both for failing to adhere to the league's COVID-19 protocols. Notable fines were also handed out for off-field indiscretions, such as Dallas owner David Tepper's $300,000 fine for throwing a drink at fans in Jacksonville and Tennessee's Bud Adams, fined $250,000 for making obscene gestures during a win against Buffalo.

Pandemic-related infractions saw several fines as well. For example, former New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams received a $100,000 penalty, along with the Saints themselves, which were fined $250,000 for not properly wearing masks during games. The New England Patriots faced a $1 million fine and a four-game suspension for Tom Brady, while the Titans' owner was fined six figures for not conforming to majority ownership rules.

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