Falcons CB Dunta Robinson laid an illegal hit on WR Jeremy Maclin in Sunday’s game against the Eagles, and it didn’t go unnoticed by the league office.
Dunta Robinson Fined $40,000 By NFL For Hit On Jeremy Maclin
The NFL detailed exactly what Robinson did wrong in its release:
Hanks instructed Robinson that additional infractions will result in even greater fines -- and potentially, suspensions.
Read Article >Dunta Robinson Doesn’t Think Hit On Jeremy Maclin Was Illegal Or Dirty
The NFL has put more stringent rules in place to protect players, like receivers, and has the ability to suspend players for actions such as Robinson’s, if they deem it to be an illegal hit. They’ve yet to suspend anyone but we’re wondering if Robinson will be the first victim.
For his part, Robinson said after the game he doesn’t think it was an illegal hit.
Read Article >VIDEO: Dunta Robinson’s Hit On Jeremy Maclin, Which Will Likely Draw Punishment From NFL
Getty ImagesRobinson lead with his head to hit Maclin, as you can see in the video below:
Maclin was down for a minute before getting back up but it was clear to the announcers that Robinson’s hit was illegal.
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