# NFLPA: Players unaware of sudden drinking fines

> NFLPA says players never knew league would fine drinking celebrations.
- Title: NFLPA: Players unaware of sudden drinking fines · NBC Sports
- Summary: NFLPA says players never knew league would fine drinking celebrations. The NFLPA states players were not informed about new fines for drinking celebrations…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/nflpa-players-werent-told-about-sudden-decision-to-fine-drinking-celebrations
- Published: 2026-09-26T16:33:54.597+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nflpa, drinking celebrations, fines, league, players, no fun league, no chug league, sports
## Sudden drinking fines
The league suddenly decided to fine players for illegal beveraging, a move that surprised most including the NFL Players Association.
## Players unaware of rules
An NFLPA spokesperson stated players and the union were not given notice that these acts would constitute a fine.
## Long-standing practice
Players have been doing these celebrations for years without prior issues according to the NFLPA.
## Historical photo
The photo of 49ers fullback Kule Juszczyk taking a drink of air was from a December 4, 2022 game, not the September 20, 2026 game.
## Next steps
The NFLPA is working with the league to resolve last week's fines and ensure proper notice for future actions.
## Key takeaway

The NFLPA states players were not informed about new fines for drinking celebrations, which they claim have been ongoing for years.