The NFL’s review of the tape resulted in the biggest fine for a Bears player this season, even though referees did not flag Bears running back D’Andre Swift during Monday’s game against the Vikings. Swift was fined $22,511 by the NFL on Saturday for his needless roughness after he collided with Vikings defender Josh Metellus helmet-first. With 6:48 remaining in the second quarter, Swift led with his helmet into Metellus’ facemask and gained six yards on a second-and-four at the Bears’ 35-yard line. Swift ended with 19 carries and 79 yards, which was his fourth-highest total of the season. With 821 running yards going into the Bears’ game against the Lions on Sunday, he is now ranked 19th in the league.
Here are the Bears’ biggest fines this season:
1. Swift, at Vikings, $22,511 for unnecessary roughness (leading with helmet)
2. CB Tyrique Stevenson, at Lions, $19,697 for unsportsmanlike conduct (tripping)
3. LB T.J. Edwards, at Texans, $16,883 for unnecessary roughness (hip-drop tackle)
3. DE Montez Sweat, at Colts, $16,883 for unnecessary roughness (horse-collar tackle)
3. DE Darrell Taylor, at 49ers, $16,883 for roughing the passer (blow to head/neck)
6. DE Darrell Taylor, at Commanders, $11,817 for unnecessary roughness (striking/kicking/kneeing)
6. DE Darrell Taylor, at Commanders, $11,817 for unnecessary roughness (striking/kicking/kneeing)