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NFL fines Chiefs tight end Jake Briningstool for preseason blindside block

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

NFL fines Chiefs tight end Jake Briningstool for preseason blindside block

Summary

The NFL fined Kansas City Chiefs tight end Jake Briningstool $4,972 for a blindside block. The infraction occurred during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in August. That matchup at Raymond James Stadium concluded in a 16-15 loss for the Chiefs. Briningstool is entering his second season with the team as an undrafted free agent from Clemson. He aims to make his first career NFL reception in the upcoming Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos. The teams are scheduled to face off on Monday Night Football to begin the 2026 regular season.

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Status Watch

•Jake Briningstool received a $4,972 fine for a blindside block.
•The block occurred during a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
•The Chiefs lost the August preseason game 16-15.
•Briningstool is expected to play in the Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos.

Latest Updates

11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Chiefs TE Handed NFL Punishment for Action in Preseason Game
5:42 PMYahoo Sports — NFL fines Chiefs TE almost $5k ahead of KC's Week 1 matchup vs Broncos

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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Jake Briningstool was given an NFL fine for a preseason hit against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The post Chiefs TE Handed NFL Punishment for Action in Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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