One NFL head coach is severely regretting his decision to hit his own player. The incident happened this past weekend and left fans stunned throughout the league.
Here are the full details.
(Watch) NFL Head Coach Punished For Hitting Player
Jan 22, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell during a AFC Divisional playoff football game at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports
According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero:
The NFL will not take action against#Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon, who was fined $100,000 by the team for his sideline interaction with RB Emari Demercado on Sunday. From the league:
“We have been in contact with the NFLPA, and the club which addressed the matter. There is no further action from the league.”
Here is a look at the incident:
Here is the video of HC Jonathan Gannon and RB Emari Demercado that resulted in a $100,000 fine: pic.twitter.com/LGVzgaQDjx
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 7, 2025
Oct 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back Emari Demercado (31) runs the ball for 71 yards before fumbling against the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
Here is a look at Demercado’s stats:
Sep 28, 2025; Dublin, Ireland; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell stands on the sidelines prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL International Series game at Croke Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Dec 3, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A Arizona Cardinals helmet on the bench against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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