Lions’ Jameson Williams Hit With Significant Fine for Actions in Win Over Jets
The Detroit Lions' Jameson Williams received another fine this season after what he did in his team's win over the New York Jets.
The NFL disclosed its accountability report for Week 3 games, with the Detroit Lions amassing fines in their first three contests. Receiver Jameson Williams was fined again following a game against the New York Jets, where he was penalized for helmet-to-helmet contact. After losing to the Buffalo Bills the previous week, the Lions faced the Jets at home, hoping to rebound.
With 1:53 remaining in the third quarter, Williams caught a pass from quarterback Jared Goff before lowering his helmet into Jets cornerback Azareye’h Thomas. This resulted in helmet-to-helmet contact that caused Williams' helmet to pop off. The NFL deemed the play as unnecessary roughness and fined Williams $23,417 for the incident.
The Lions secured a 31-24 win, bringing their record to 2-1 and tying them for second place in the NFC North with the Chicago Bears. Williams finished the game with four receptions for 49 yards. This marks yet another fine for Williams this season. In their Week 2 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Williams received a $11,941 fine for taunting and $14,926 for illegal celebrations and vulgar acts.
Additionally, teammates Amon-Ra St. Brown and the Lions' defensive players Penei Sewell and Jahmyr Gibbs each received $14,972 fines for similar infractions in that game. The Detroit Lions have a home game against the Carolina Panthers scheduled for Sunday, October 4, at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC's Sunday Night Football.
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