The NFL fined two Bears for penalties in their 30-26 win over the Falcons last week, a source said. Defensive tackle Akiem Hicks was hit with the biggest fine, a $15,000 penalty, for committing roughing the passer on Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan.
Hicks rushed Ryan early in the third quarter. He began his approach as Ryan looked to throw and hit him in the chest a split-second after he released the ball. Ryan completed the pass to wide receiver Brandon Powell for 2 yards.
“You can’t be upset,” Hicks said. “You’ve got to take it because everybody’s going to get a call that they’re not in favor of during the course of the game.