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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been fined over $16,000 by the NFL for a horse-collar tackle on New York Giants cornerback Adoree Jackson during their Week 16 game. The tackle occurred after Jackson intercepted a pass intended for Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert and returned it for a touchdown. Despite the penalty and fine, the Eagles secured a 33-25 victory.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been fined $16,391 by the NFL for a horse collar tackle on Giants cornerback Adoree’ Jackson during their Christmas Day game. The unusual incident occurred after Hurts threw an interception that Jackson returned for a touchdown. Hurts' tackle attempt resulted in a penalty that allowed the Giants a closer attempt for a two-point conversion. This fine is notable as quarterbacks are rarely fined for such infractions, which are more commonly associated with defensive players.