NFL Fines Patriots Linebacker Dre'Mont Jones $17,911
The league penalized the linebacker for a low hit on Jets quarterback Geno Smith during their Week 6 game.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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The NFL has fined New England Patriots linebacker Dre'Mont Jones $17,911 for a low hit delivered to New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith. The incident occurred at the 12:53 mark of the fourth quarter and resulted in a 15-yard roughing-the-passer penalty.
Why it matters
The fine serves as a disciplinary measure following a play where a Jets blocker drove Jones into the turf, leading him to lunge into Smith's legs. The penalty helped the Jets continue their drive, although the Patriots ultimately won the game 26-19.
Dre'Mont Jones has now accrued $54,168 in total NFL fines across four separate disciplinary incidents. This latest assessment follows previous penalties including a $10,609 fine for tripping Patrick Mahomes in 2022 and $11,593 for a 2025 facemask violation.
The players
Dre'Mont Jones
He is a New England Patriots linebacker currently playing under a three-year, $39.5 million contract.
Geno Smith
He is a professional quarterback for the New York Jets who was the target of the low hit.
Patrick Mahomes
He is the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback who was the target of a previous 2022 tripping incident involving Jones.
The details
The Jets accepted the 15-yard roughing penalty during the contest and declined a secondary defensive offside call. Jones, who is currently under a three-year contract valued at $39.5 million with $14.5 million due in 2026, was the only Patriots player fined from the game.
Timeline
December 16, 2022: NFL fined Jones $10,609 for tripping Patrick Mahomes.
October 17, 2025: NFL fined Jones $11,593 for a facemask violation.
Week 6 2026: Dre'Mont Jones committed the low hit on Geno Smith resulting in a fine.
Season Trajectory
This disciplinary action impacts the Patriots' defensive discipline as the team navigates the remainder of the 2026 regular season. Following a victory over the Jets, the Patriots must manage Jones' on-field conduct to ensure he remains available for upcoming divisional matchups.
The penalty yardage cost the Patriots 15 yards of field position during a tight game against the Jets. Fantasy managers should monitor the player's potential for further discipline, as recurring fines can sometimes lead to increased scrutiny from game officials.
The takeaway
Players face significant financial repercussions for safety violations that extend beyond the immediate game penalties. Consistently avoiding dangerous contact is essential for players to maintain their availability and avoid further escalation of league fines.
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