Xavier McKinney says he was fined over criticism of officials
The Packers safety did not reveal the amount but said it was no less than the US$25,000 minimum.
Packers safety Xavier McKinney said he received a fine after criticizing the officiating in Green Bay’s loss to the Lions. He confirmed the penalty following the Packers’ subsequent victory over the Panthers, according to ESPN’s Rob Demovsky.
McKinney declined to specify the amount, saying only that it was not below the US$25,000 minimum. He had anticipated a fine when he made the comments and said supporting his team had been worth the penalty.
Raiders minority owner Tom Brady also criticized officials during the Lions-Packers game. Whether he received a fine remains unknown.
The NFL moved referee Alex Moore’s crew off the Sunday night assignment for the Eagles-Commanders matchup.
