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Panthers' Dowdle Fined, Launches GoFundMe for Charity

11/6/2025

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Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle was fined $14,491 by the NFL for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty during the Panthers' 16-13 win over the Green Bay Packers.
Dowdle announced a GoFundMe to support the Children's Home Society of North Carolina, not to pay the fine.
Dowdle leads the NFC in rushing with 130 yards and two touchdowns in three starts this season.
His agent plans to appeal the fine.

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Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle was fined $14,491 by the NFL for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty during the Panthers' 16-13 win over the Green Bay Packers.
Dowdle announced a GoFundMe to support the Children's Home Society of North Carolina, not to pay the fine.
Dowdle leads the NFC in rushing with 130 yards and two touchdowns in three starts this season.
His agent plans to appeal the fine.