{
  "id": 18801337,
  "title": "Ravens player slapped with double NFL punishment",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/ravens-player-slapped-with-double-nfl-punishment",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-07T22:13:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/ravens-player-slapped-double-nfl-221303806.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Baltimore Ravens are facing a challenging time after a recent loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, suffering a 33-10 defeat, and a prior loss to the Buffalo Bills, which they lost 36-10. The primary issue for the team lies in the quarterback position. With franchise signal-caller Lamar Jackson sidelined due to injury, primary backup Tyler Huntley out for the season, and rookie Joe Fagnano struggling, the Ravens have traded for veteran Jacoby Brissett in an attempt to salvage their season. However, their troubles are not limited to the field. The NFL has handed out double punishment to one of their players, linebacker Roquan Smith, for actions taken during their Week 8 game against the Buffalo Bills. Smith was fined $17,911 for a face mask penalty in the first quarter and another $17,911 for hitting a defenseless player in the first quarter. These fines, which are among the more expensive of the weekend, are intended to protect players from unnecessary risk, promote player safety, and emphasize sportsmanship and respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and fans. The good news is that the funds generated from these fines are donated to the Professional Athletes Foundation and NFL Foundation, ensuring the money goes towards a worthy cause.",
  "summary": "A Baltimore Ravens player is being punished by the NFL twice.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}