# NFL fines Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for helmet hit

> NFL fines Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for hit that knocked off Aaron Jones's helmet.
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- Summary: NFL fines Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for hit that knocked off Aaron Jones's helmet. NFL fined Bears defensive back Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for impermissible…
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- Published: 2026-09-27T03:09:45.378+00:00
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## Game hit
In the fourth quarter of Sunday's Vikings-Bears game in Chicago, a wicked hit sent Minnesota running back Aaron Jones's helmet flying.
## Player fined
The NFL imposed a $22,342 sanction on Bears defensive back Tyrique Stevenson for impermissible use of the helmet.
## Rule violation
The rulebook prohibits a player from lowering his head and making forcible contact with his helmet against an opponent.
## Unflagged infraction
The infraction was not flagged; it rarely is. Typically, the situation is addressed with the imposition of a fine.
## No suspension
Impermissible use of the helmet is not one of the five violations that will result in an automatic suspension if there are three violations.
## Key takeaway

NFL fined Bears defensive back Tyrique Stevenson $22,342 for impermissible helmet contact that knocked Minnesota's Aaron Jones helmet off during a game.