Green Bay Packers safety Evan Williams faced disciplinary action for the second time this season. The NFL fined him $6,448 for a hit against Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely during Week 17. This incident was classified as a hit on a defenseless player and resulted in a 15-yard unnecessary-roughness penalty.
NFL Disciplinary Actions Against Evan Williams
The penalty came at a crucial moment in the game, placing the Ravens on the Packers’ 14-yard line with just 25 seconds left in the second quarter. As a result, Baltimore scored a touchdown, extending their lead to 27-14 at halftime.
Previous Fine for Williams
This is not the first time Williams has faced fines in the current NFL season. Earlier, he was penalized $6,448 in Week 9 for using his helmet improperly during a game against the Carolina Panthers.
Summary of Fines for Packers Players
The following is a list of fines imposed on Packers players throughout the season:
- Week 17: Evan Williams, hit on a defenseless player: $6,448
- Week 16: Warren Brinson, facemask: $4,981
- Week 16: Jayden Reed, taunting: $10,880
- Week 11: Colby Wooden, facemask: $6,789
- Week 10: Micah Parsons, unnecessary roughness: $12,172
- Week 9: Evan Williams, use of helmet: $6,448
- Week 7: Quay Walker, hit on quarterback: $17,389
- Week 2: Ty’Ron Hopper, facemask: $6,981
- Week 1: Xavier McKinney, taunting: $11,593
As the season progresses, the team will need to address these penalized actions to improve their performance and avoid further financial penalties. The NFL’s focus on player safety continues to influence decisions on the field.
