Logo

NFL Heavily Fines Browns TE David Njoku for Flipping Off Steelers Fans at Acrisure Stadium

39 views

The NFL has officially issued a fine to Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku following an incident during the team’s 23–9 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium.

Cameras caught Njoku making an obscene gesture toward Steelers fans as he walked off the field after suffering a knee injury in the second quarter.

Article image

The veteran tight end, known for his fiery personality, was seen visibly frustrated after being heckled by Pittsburgh supporters near the tunnel. League officials confirmed that Njoku’s gesture violated the NFL’s code of conduct and would be met with disciplinary action.

Njoku has been fined $14,491 for the incident, marking his third league fine in the past two seasons. He was previously penalized twice in 2023 for unsportsmanlike behavior and unnecessary roughness. The NFL also fined Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy $12,172 for his physical altercation with Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. in the same game.

Following the loss, Njoku attempted to play down the controversy, saying his emotions got the best of him:

“It was a brutal hit from a former Brown, but it is what it is. I’m rehabbing really well.”

Njoku is expected to miss Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins as he continues to recover from the knee injury. Rookie Harold Fannin Jr. will take on an expanded role in his absence, while head coach Kevin Stefanski emphasized Njoku’s value to the locker room:

“Dave’s a huge part of what we do — on and off the field. We expect other guys to step up in his absence.”

Though the fine is one of the largest for a non-contact incident this season, Njoku has yet to issue a public apology — leaving fans divided between seeing it as passion or poor sportsmanship.

Eagles Officially Sign Brandon Graham, Bringing Team Legend Back to Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Eagles have officially reached an agreement with Brandon Graham, marking the return of one of the most beloved players in franchise history. According to The Athletic, Graham is coming out of retirement to rejoin the Eagles, adding depth, leadership, and heart to a team that has faced key defensive losses in recent weeks. Graham, now 37, spent 15 seasons in midnight green, recording 76.5 career sacks — the third most in Eagles history — and earning two Super Bowl rings (2018 and 2024). A former first-round pick in 2010, he has long been considered the soul of the Eagles’ locker room. Sources: Former Eagles standout Brandon Graham, the longest tenured player in franchise history, is finalizing a deal to rejoin the franchise this week.Graham played 15 seasons in Philadelphia and now will return for his 16th season. pic.twitter.com/KnCGyjthYg — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 20, 2025 His comeback comes shortly after the unexpected retirement of Za’Darius Smith, which left a major void on the edge. With several key rushers sidelined, including Nolan Smith and Ogbo Okoronkwo, Graham’s veteran presence is expected to stabilize the defensive front and mentor younger linemen like Jalyn Hunt and Azeez Ojulari. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has praised Graham’s professionalism and relentless motor, saying last year that “even in his late 30s, he still practices like a rookie fighting for his spot.” Graham last played in the 2024 Super Bowl despite re-injuring his triceps earlier in the season, a testament to his resilience and commitment to the team. His return isn’t just about football — it’s about leadership, legacy, and unfinished business. Philadelphia fans have already flooded social media with messages of excitement and nostalgia, welcoming back the man who’s worn the Eagles’ colors longer than any player in team history.