NFL fines coaches for verbal abuse of officials during games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

The NFL has imposed $250,000 fines on coaches Mike Vrabel, Nick Sirianni, and Aaron Glenn for recent incidents of verbal abuse towards officials. This decision follows a period of increased scrutiny on sportsmanship and officiating conduct in the league. The fines, which can be revoked with good behavior, signal a stricter stance on maintaining decorum among coaches during games. Following the fines, former NFL officiating chief Mike Pereira commented on the need for a clear message regarding verbal attacks on officials. The NFL's disciplinary actions also coincide with the suspension of two officials for poor behavior earlier this season.
- •Mike Vrabel, Nick Sirianni, and Aaron Glenn fined $250,000 each.
- •Fines are in abeyance, revocable with good behavior.
- •Response to growing concerns over sportsmanship in the NFL.
- •Pereira supports the need for clear standards on official treatment.
- •Two officials were previously suspended for misconduct this season.
- 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — NFL sends needed message with big fines for coaches who berate officials | Opinion
"Former NFL officiating chief Mike Pereira believes the league is sending a message that there's a limit to coaches' mistreatment of game referees.
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