Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Vernon Butler was ejected from the Week 16 game against the Indianapolis Colts after he punched tight end Jack Doyle in the facemask.
Given that it was a cheap shot and completely unnecessary, Butler was fined $10,527 for the punch. He was also seen giving a gesture to the crowd at Lucas Oil Stadium that ran him a fine over $14,000.
Doyle, who was knocked over by Butler being blocked by guard Mark Glowinski, was a simple bystander that took a punch for nothing.
Regardless, there were repercussions for Butler’s act against the tight end during the 38-6 rout by the Colts.
