Jalen Pitre fined twice for helmet violations against Chargers
The Texans safety faces two fines of US$15,400 each, subject to appeal, despite neither play drawing a penalty.
Texans safety Jalen Pitre received two fines for illegal helmet use during the Week 9 win over the Chargers. Each carries a US$15,400 penalty and is subject to appeal.
The two incidents took place during the second quarter, but officials did not penalize Pitre on either play. They resulted in his first fines this season.
Across the NFL, 53 fines for illegal helmet use have been imposed this season, with preseason incidents included in that count.
Pitre will face larger fines for further violations and could eventually face suspension. However, helmet use is outside the five safety rules under which three violations trigger a one-game suspension.
