49ers amused, Kyle Juszczyk appeals absurd NFL fine over TD celebration

San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk is appealing a $14,296 fine issued by the NFL following a touchdown celebration on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The league alleged his celebration constituted an offensive demonstration that imitated chugging a beer. Juszczyk disputed the claim, stating he does not drink beer and that the gesture referenced his long-standing nickname, "Juice."

The appeal will be reviewed alongside a separate $20,033 fine from Week 1 during a Zoom hearing on Tuesday. The fullback celebrated his receiving touchdown against the Miami Dolphins by mimicking drinking a glass of juice, an act he reported doing consistently over several years.