Multiple inter-squad fights broke out on the field during pregame warmups in Week 6, and the NFL has had just about enough of that tomfoolery, thank you very much.
reminding them about the rules concerning pregame scuffles and the consequences that come with ignoring them. Teams are to warm up behind their own 45-yard line, and any players that choose to ignore that and start a fight with the other team could be disqualified from the game and/or face other punishment.
"Sportsmanship and respect are at the core of NFL football, and fighting is irreconcilable with these values," the memo reads,"Fighting is never acceptable, as it risks unnecessary injury to players, coaches, officials, and other game day personnel. These actions send an inappropriate and unacceptable message to players, coaches, and fans at all other levels of the game.
on Monday Night Football. Unlike the Niners-Browns scuffle, punches were actually thrown during this one, and Austin Ekeler's helmet popped off after he got hit.Pregame fighting is pretty rare, so two fights in one weekend is reason for the NFL to take notice. They want to nip this in the bud before it has a chance to become a trend.
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