Packers fined two players for Week 1 conduct in NFL

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Packers fined two players for Week 1 conduct in NFL
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The Green Bay Packers faced fines for on-field conduct during Week 1. Safety Evan Williams was fined $7,087 for unnecessary roughness after hitting Justin Jefferson, a defenseless player, with 3:43 left in the second quarter. Edge rusher Lukas Van Ness received a $17,911 fine for a hit to the head of quarterback Carson Wentz, occurring with 11:43 remaining in the third quarter. Despite their penalties, defensive back Javon Bullard and defensive lineman Chris McClellan were not fined. Bullard hit Kyler Murray but was deemed not to have committed a late or illegal hit. Overall, the NFL fined 20 players during the opening week of the season.

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  • Evan Williams fined $7,087 for a hit on Justin Jefferson.
  • Lukas Van Ness fined $17,911 for a blow to Carson Wentz's head.
  • Javon Bullard and Chris McClellan not fined despite penalties.
  • NFL fined 20 players overall in Week 1.
  • Packers lost to the Vikings in their season opener.
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Two Packers players were fined for on-field conduct in Week 1.

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