What are the NFL celebration fines in 2026?
The NFL has fined New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young for a celebration the league called a violent gesture. Teammate Christen Miller was fined for the same play. The fines follow new rules agreed with the NFL Players Association, which allow certain celebrations to be fined immediately.
Why it's in the news
The NFL fined Saints defensive end Chase Young for a celebration it called a violent gesture, with teammate Christen Miller fined for the same play. The fines were issued under the league's newly agreed celebration rules.
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Background
The NFL has changed how it handles player celebrations. Under a revised approach agreed with the NFL Players Association earlier this month, certain celebrations now face fines right away. Gestures that depict violence are among the celebrations covered.
The fines in the news relate to the Saints' Week 6 win over the New York Giants, a 34-27 result. During the third quarter, the league fined Young $14,926 and Miller $11,915 for what it described as a violent gesture. The television broadcast of the game did not show the specific incident, and the fines were imposed regardless. The players may appeal.
The new system replaces an earlier pattern of fines for celebrations. Under the new rules, the league acts on certain celebrations without waiting for a separate review, so players and fans are watching how the policy is applied.
What people are asking
Who was fined for the celebration?
Saints defensive end Chase Young was fined $14,926 and Saints defensive lineman Christen Miller was fined $11,915 for a violent gesture during the same play.
When did the celebration happen?
It happened in the third quarter of the Saints' Week 6 win over the New York Giants, 34-27, with 36 seconds left in that quarter.
What are the new celebration rules?
The NFL and the NFL Players Association agreed on rules under which certain celebrations, including gestures that depict violence, can be fined immediately.
Can the players appeal?
The players possibly will appeal the fines.