Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey was fined $16,883 by the NFL for manhandle the passer during the team’s Week 5 win over the New England Patriots, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero.
The incident occurred when Ramsey hit Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett in the facemask after Brissett had already thrown the ball. The fine follows the NFL’s ongoing efforts to improve player safety, particularly when it comes to protecting quarterbacks from unnecessary contact.
Ramsey’s penalty and subsequent fine are a reminder of the league’s strict stance on passer roughing, an issue that has received increased scrutiny in recent seasons. The NFL’s enforcement of these rules reflects its commitment to minimizing the risk of injury to quarterbacks, one of the most protected positions on the field.
Despite the penalty, the Dolphins emerged victorious in the low-scoring contest, defeating the Patriots 15-10. The win ended a three-game losing streak for Miami and improved its record to 2-3, giving the team a much-needed boost as it entered its Week 6 bye. The Dolphins defense , supported by players like Ramsey, played a pivotal role in the victory, limiting New England’s passing attack and keeping the team in contention throughout the game.
NFL fines Jalen Ramsey as Dolphins look to build on defensive strengths in Week 7
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Looking ahead, the Dolphins will face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 7. Miami is hoping to get starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa back, as he has been sidelined since suffering a concussion in the Dolphins’ Week 2 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Tagovailoa was placed on injured reserve, and while his return is still uncertain, optimism is growing that Week 8 could be his last missed game.
that of Miami the defense was one of the strongest units in the league this season. The Dolphins currently rank fourth in passing yards allowed and have been particularly effective at limiting big plays through the air, allowing just 6.7 yards per pass attempt, which ranks them 10th in the NFL. They also allowed just three passing touchdowns, the fourth-fewest in the league, a testament to the secondary’s ability to limit opposing quarterbacks.
As Miami enters the final stretch of the season, the Dolphins will look to build on their defensive success and salvage their season.
