NFL could hit pockets of unvaccinated players

Unvaccinated NFL players will be subjected to a fine of $14,650 every time they violate COVID-19 procedures.

A report came out recently that stated Buccaneers coach Bruce Arians would fine a player “$14,000 on the spot every time he isn’t wearing a mask or is breaking a protocol.”

The report did not have a quote from Arians in it. When reached by ESPN via text message to clarify if this was his own personal rue, Arians responded, “NFL policy. League rules.”

League spokesperson Brian McCarthy confirmed to ESPN that Arians “was correct” in his understanding of the NFL’s rule. The stipulations place a premium on wearing appropriate PPE and offer restrictions on the number of people and types of venues players may gather in for social or team-related purposes.

Auto racing: NASCAR has penalized the Hendrick Motorsports teams of reigning Cup champion Chase Elliott and Alex Bowman for engine allocation infractions at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Elliott’s No. 9 team and Bowman’s No. 48 were found in violation of a rule that covers engine assembly. A statementfrom Hendrick Motor sports released Thursday said the violations were the result of an administrative error that resulted in a sealed engine assigned to Elliott’s No. 9 Chevrolet being unintentionally allocated to the No. 48. “We apologize for the mistake and have taken steps to ensure it will not be repeated ,” the company said.

Golf: Stephen Dodd equaled the lowest round in the history of the Senior British Open by shooting an 8-under 62 on Saturday to take a two-stroke lead after three rounds. The Welshman made nine birdies in a round that also tied Sunningdale’s Old Course record that was set by Nick Faldo at the 1986 European Open and then tied by Shane Lowry in British Open qualifying in 2010 . ... Nacho Elvira will take a six-shot lead into the final round of the Wales Open after a 5-under-par 66 put him at 16 under Saturday.