NFL Announces Heftiest Punishment for Seahawks Star
Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Leonard Williams has had an incredible NFL career thus far and is coming off his best year in the league in 2024. Williams made the Pro Bowl last season while totaling 64 tackles with 11 sacks, 16 tackles-for-loss and one pick-six.
Williams was selected with the sixth overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft by the New York Jets after spending three years with the USC Trojans. He spent five years with the Jets before being traded to the New York Giants and spending five years with them.
Now, in his third year with the Seahawks, and 12th season overall in the NFL, the 31-year-old has had a good impact on Seattle's defensive front through the first five games.
Williams and the Seahawks are coming off a heartbreaking 38-35 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last Sunday. In the game, Williams had four total tackles, with one of them being solo.
His play wasn't the biggest story of Williams' game, though, as he was given an unnecessary roughness penalty with less than one minute to play in the third quarter. This penalty was called because Williams headbutted Bucs tight end Cade Otton, after a play was over after the two exchanged words.
Because of this penalty, Williams was fined $46,371, according to the NFL's website.
Williams was one of 13 players who were fined by the NFL for penalties in Week 5 of the season. His fine, however, was for more money than any other player, as Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy's punishment of $17,389 came in second.
This was the second time Williams has been fined by the NFL this season. He was fined $23,186 after another unnecessary roughness penalty in Week 3 against the New Orleans Saints.
Williams and the Seahawks (3-2) will head to EverBank Stadium to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars (4-1) on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.
BREAKING: Louis Vuitton Employees Mock Casual-Dressed Man, Deny Entry — 48 Hours Later, They’re Speechless When They Realize It’s Green Bay Packers Star Jordan Love
In a shocking turn of events that has taken over the internet, Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love became the face of a painful reminder: status doesn’t protect you from prejudice — and dignity doesn’t need a logo.
Witnesses say Love entered the Louis Vuitton store at Oakbrook Center in Chicago dressed in sweats, a hoodie, and sneakers, simply trying to buy a special birthday gift for his mother. However, before he could even take a step inside, employees reportedly mocked his casual attire and questioned whether he "belonged" there.
Despite being one of the NFL’s most promising quarterbacks, Love said nothing. No anger. No name-drop. No flex. He simply turned around and walked away — proving that his character was far greater than any designer label.
Two days later, a fan who recognized the NFL star shared the incident online, and it quickly went viral. The internet erupted with criticism aimed at Louis Vuitton for the blatant profiling, and the luxury brand was forced to issue a public apology, calling it a "regrettable error" and promising an internal review.
But many felt the apology came too late and was far too empty. "He walked in with kindness. They treated him like a thief. But Jordan Love walked out with something no store can sell — integrity," one fan posted.
What added more power to the moment was Love’s silence. While the world raged, he remained calm, composed, and dignified. His silence spoke louder than any words could. One Packers teammate posted:
“That’s Jordan. He shuts down defenses on the field — and shuts down hate with grace.”
The incident has reignited national conversation about how Black athletes — and Black men in general — are treated in luxury spaces. The hashtag #NeverJudgeByClothes has since taken over social media, with support flooding in from fans, athletes, and celebrities alike. One viral quote read:
“Jordan Love didn’t need to wear Louis Vuitton to prove his value. He wears character — and that’s always in style.”
As the Packers gear up for the 2025 NFL season, Jordan Love has shown the world that he is not just a star quarterback — he is a symbol of dignity under pressure, quiet strength, and the power of knowing exactly who you are.
