It’s a good thing that Broncos coach Sean Payton is earning $18 million per year, because according to a report from ESPN, the long-time NFL coach may still have an outstanding, six-figure fine to pay the league.
The ESPN report, which primarily focused on Jon Gruden’s leaked emails and their connection to Dan Snyder’s decision to sell the Commanders, also revealed information regarding fines for violations of COVID-19 protocols during the 2020 season.
During a Week 2 matchup between the Saints and Raiders three years ago, both Gruden and Payton were found to be in violation of the league’s rules about properly wearing masks while on the sideline. Both head coaches were reportedly slapped with a $100,000 fine.
