New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is probably thinking twice about his controversial low block on Bengals cornerback Eli Apple in Saturday’s loss to Cincinnati.
Especially now that Jones’ action will end up hurting his wallet.
Pro Football Focus’ Mike Florio reported Monday night that the NFL is going to fine Jones $11,139 for diving into the legs of Apple. Florio also noted that a block below the waist after a change of possession is a violation of NFL rules.
Jones, who discussed the situation earlier in the day on WEEI, said he wasn’t trying to injure Apple on the play, just looking to prevent him from catching Tyquan Thornton on what appeared to be a lost fumble with Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt racing toward the Patriots’ end zone.