The Lions celebrated a significant victory over the Seahawks on September 30, marking their first win against Seattle since 2012.

However, this achievement has been overshadowed for two players who now face fines from the NFL during their bye week.

Wide receiver Jameson Williams and defensive tackle Levi Onwuzurike were penalized for their actions during the match.

Each week, the NFL imposes fines on players for various infractions that occur during games.

The league aims to maintain player safety, competitive fairness, and the integrity of the game.

The NFL, along with the Players Association, has established rules that can result in accountability measures for violations deemed necessary.

A summary of these penalties is released every Saturday at 4 p.m. Eastern throughout the NFL season.

Williams received a fine for his unsportsmanlike conduct after celebrating a 70-yard touchdown catch by dunking the ball over the goalpost, instead of handing it to the referee.

This act was intended as a tribute to Calvin Johnson, who frequently performed this celebration and was honored at the game.

The NFL deemed the gesture inappropriate and imposed a fine of $14,069 for using a prop in celebration.

Onwuzurike was fined for a separate incident. During the fourth quarter, he delivered a hit on Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith, which was ruled as roughing the passer.

The NFL penalized Onwuzurike $13,849 for this play, as it involved putting his body weight onto Smith, a violation the league seeks to prevent to protect quarterbacks.

Despite the fines, Williams is showing significant growth this season.

In the game against the Seahawks, he recorded two receptions for 80 yards, including that impressive 70-yard touchdown.

Throughout the first four games of the season, he stands out as the only receiver in the league with three or more catches exceeding 50 yards.

After the Seahawks game, head coach Dan Campbell spoke about Williams’ development, crediting the entire team for his progress.

“There’s a lot of people that are involved with that,” Campbell noted.

“Everything starts with him first, by the way…

He’s done an outstanding job of… man, rehabbing getting over the injury… he had to deal with what came with the gambling and time off, and then he got hurt in camp before that happened.”

Campbell emphasized Williams’ maturity and dedication. “He’s just matured so much, he’s matured and he’s worked and he’s grinded.

That’s a credit to him; he’s open and he’s coachable.

We have so many resources here that help guys develop, certainly as players, but as men.”

Following their bye week, the Lions are set to face the Dallas Cowboys in Week 6 on October 13 at AT&T Stadium.

The team aims to build on their recent success as they prepare for this upcoming challenge.

In summary, while the Lions celebrate a notable victory, the fines imposed on Williams and Onwuzurike highlight the ongoing scrutiny of player conduct in the NFL.

Both players have potential and promise, and their development is being closely monitored by coaches and fans alike.

The Lions’ coaching staff remains optimistic about their growth and the team’s futu

re performances.