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Chiefs' Pacheco Fined $46K for Helmet Violation

12/7/2025

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The NFL fined Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco $46,371 for helmet use on a play against Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland.
The incident went unflagged by officials and unnoticed by announcers.
Pacheco lowered his helmet before the collision.
The league deemed the hit a serious violation.
The fine is among the largest this season, reflecting the league's stance on safety.

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The NFL fined Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco $46,371 for helmet use on a play against Dallas Cowboys cornerback DaRon Bland.
The incident went unflagged by officials and unnoticed by announcers.
Pacheco lowered his helmet before the collision.
The league deemed the hit a serious violation.
The fine is among the largest this season, reflecting the league's stance on safety.