NFL Fined John Franklin-Myers After Titans-Ravens Game
The league assessed a fine against the defender following a play involving running back Derrick Henry.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Football
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The NFL fined John Franklin-Myers $12,537 for a kneeing incident during a Sunday game against the Titans. The infraction occurred in the second quarter after Derrick Henry had engaged in a cut-block.
Why it matters
The league frequently reviews game film to penalize player conduct that was missed by officiating crews on the field. This specific fine addresses unsportsmanlike contact initiated while an opponent was on the ground.
John Franklin-Myers was fined $12,537 for a striking, kicking, or kneeing violation. In a separate discipline report, LaJohntay Wester received a $23,882 fine for wearing an unauthorized logo on his gloves during Week 1.
The players
John Franklin-Myers
He is a professional football player currently competing in the NFL.
Derrick Henry
He is a veteran NFL running back known for his physical style of play.
LaJohntay Wester
He is an NFL player who was disciplined for an equipment violation.
NFL
The National Football League is the premier professional football organization in the United States.
The details
During the second quarter, Derrick Henry performed a cut-block on John Franklin-Myers. After the block, Franklin-Myers stepped back and jammed his knee into the midsection of Henry, who was on all fours and unaware of the incoming contact.
Timeline
The Titans and Ravens game took place on Sunday.
The league issued the fine during Week 4.
The Big Picture
This fine follows the pattern of retroactive discipline established by the NFL Personal Conduct Policy for on-field actions that bypass the standard penalty flag system.
This disciplinary action clarifies the league's strict standard for contact with players who are already on the ground. Fantasy managers and fans should note that incidents missed by officiating crews are subject to retroactive fines during weekly reviews.
The takeaway
Players must remain cautious of their physical conduct even after a play has been technically engaged by an opponent. Retroactive fines serve as a secondary layer of accountability that ensures game-speed infractions are addressed despite missed on-field calls.
Further reading
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