Jaguars Arik Armstead fined for hip-drop tackle vs. Ravens in Week 9

Arik Armstead of the Jaguars has been fined $17,911 for a hip-drop tackle during the Jaguars' Week 9 win over the Baltimore Ravens. This fine for unnecessary roughness came after Armstead tackled Derrick Henry on the very first play of the third quarter, a direct snap to Henry. The play transpired as Henry was stopped just 1 yard from the goal line by Armstead and Matt Dickerson.

It's worth noting that Armstead was not penalized for the tackle at the time. This is Armstead's second fine of the season; he was previously fined $11,941 for a face mask penalty in Week 3 against the Patriots. Armstead was the sole player from either team to receive a fine for their Week 9 play. Armstead, who joined the Jaguars in 2024 having spent his first nine seasons with the 49ers, has contributed 14 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and a pass breakup for the Jaguars this season.

The NFL, through fines, donates the collected funds to the NFLPA's assistance to retired players program, the NFL Foundation, and other nonprofit organizations dedicated to supporting kids' sports leagues, community wellness initiatives, and the safety, health, and well-being of athletes at all levels of competition.