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Detroit Lions’ DJ Wonnum latest to receive fine that could lead to suspension

Last week, Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell received a $15,930 fine for a hip- drop tackle against the Carolina Panthers. This week, it was DJ Wonnum who was fined for the same infraction, costing him $12,611 out of his paycheck.…

By Jeremy Reisman · Pride of Detroit

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 8:49 PM

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Detroit Lions defensive end DJ Wonnum was fined $12,611 by the NFL for an illegal hip-drop tackle.
A new NFL rule mandates a one-game suspension for players who commit three major category fouls in a season.
The foul occurred against Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett without a flag being thrown on the play.

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Detroit Lions defensive end DJ Wonnum was fined $12,611 by the NFL for a hip-drop tackle on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Under a new league rule, committing three major fouls in a season triggers an automatic one-game suspension.

Wonnum becomes the second Lions player fined under this category in consecutive weeks, following linebacker Jack Campbell's $15,930 fine. Major fouls include hip-drop tackles, horse-collar tackles, launching, blindside blocks, and hits on defenseless players.

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