Seahawks fined $100K for Wilson concussion violation
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks have been fined $100,000 for not properly following concussion protocol with quarterback Russell Wilson during a game in November.
The NFL and NFLPA announced their decision on Thursday following an investigation that lasted more than a month. Along with the financial penalty, Seattle's coaching and medical staffs will be required to attend remedial training regarding the concussion protocol.
Seattle is the first team fined for such a violation.
The investigation determined that Wilson was allowed back on the field before a required evaluation was performed on the sideline.