Nathan Shepherd was fined $11,817 for the play where he grabbed Justin Herbert by the lower leg and attempted to bring the QB to the ground after he threw the ball.
— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) November 2, 2024
The New Orleans Saints continue to have players fined this season, as defensive tackle Nathan Shepherd was fined $11,817 for unnecessary roughness against Justin Herbert when he attempted to tackle him by the legs while the ball was already out of his hands. This tackle attempt was most definitely not a good look, and the fine is within reason considering the circumstances. In addition to this, Los Angeles Chargers center Bradley Bozeman, who jumped onto Shepherd in defense of Herbert, was not fined for this situation.
The Saints have had quite a few fines this season, including Alontae Taylor and Marshon Lattimore who received fines for unsportsmanlike conduct (violent gestures), Khristian Boyd and Trevor Penning for late hits (unnecessary roughness), and Derek Carr for unsportsmanlike conduct as well. Shepherd now adds to that tally as they continue to build up their total allocations, 50% of which will go to the Professional Athletes Foundation.
