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Travis Hunter fined nearly $15K for removing helmet after interception

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 1:31 AM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Travis Hunter fined nearly $15K for removing helmet after interception

Summary

Travis Hunter of the Jacksonville Jaguars received a $14,926 fine from the NFL for removing his helmet after celebrating his first career interception against the Houston Texans on October 18. This incident occurred during the Jaguars' 34-31 loss at Wembley Stadium in London. Hunter's interception helped halt a Texans drive, shortly after he scored a touchdown that brought the Jaguars within three points. He is the eighth Jaguars player fined this season, marking a total of almost $80,000 in fines for the team. Fines are deducted from players' paychecks unless appealed successfully.

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By the Numbers

•Hunter was fined for helmet removal after an interception celebration.
•His interception came during a loss to the Texans in London.
•Hunter's fine is the largest among Jaguars players this season.
•The Jaguars have a total of nearly $80,000 in fines this season.
•Fines support the NFL Foundation and the Professional Athletes Foundation.

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Travis Hunter of the Jacksonville Jaguars was fined nearly $15,000 by the NFL for taking his helmet off after an interception. He's in good company
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