NFL Announces Punishment for 2 Commanders Players After Chiefs Loss
It’s been a rough stretch for the Washington Commanders and the league announced they will be piling on.
The NFL announced Saturday that two Commanders were fined due to actions during the Week 8 game on “Monday Night Football” against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Linebacker Frankie Luvu and safety Quan Martin were fined for being overly aggressive during the game.
Luvu was fined $46,372 for a hip-drop tackle on Chiefs tight end Noah Gray in the fourth quarter. He was not flagged on the play.
The NFL fined Commanders LB Frankie Luvu $46,372 for this hip-drop tackle on Chiefs TE Noah Gray. No flag was thrown.
While Martin was fined $11,572 for striking a defenseless player in the third quarter at 14:09.
Frankie Luvu Developing an Unfortunate Reputation
It’s a tough setback for the Commanders, currently third in the NFC East. Luvu, known for his aggressive style, has been hit with another NFL fine — his second of the 2025 season.
In Week 4, Luvu was fined $23,186 for a collision with an Atlanta Falcons player, including a hip-drop tackle on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in the second quarter. This latest fine adds to his history, including a $16,883 penalty in the NFC Divisional Round last January for a similar hip-drop tackle on running back Jahmyr Gibbs, bringing his total fines for this type of play to three.
GettyKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – OCTOBER 27: Linebacker Frankie Luvu #4 of the Washington Commanders jogs off the field at halftime during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 27, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
The latest penalty is hardly surprising, as the league continues to focus on safety concerns surrounding hip-drop tackles. For a Commanders team already struggling, this only compounds their challenges.
Commanders Need to Pull Off Some Upsets Moving Forward
Entering Week 9 with a 3-5 record, the Commanders face an uphill climb to reach the playoffs. What started as a promising season has been derailed by injuries, age, and inconsistency, leaving Washington struggling through the middle of the year. Unfortunately, the upcoming stretch offers little relief.
Head coach Dan Quinn is under pressure to make adjustments, particularly in the schemes of offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. In Week 9, the Commanders will face the Seattle Seahawks, who sit at 5-2 in the NFC West. Seattle boasts one of the NFL’s top five scoring offenses and a stifling defense under head coach Mike Macdonald, allowing just 75 yards per game — the best mark in the league. The Seahawks have clearly found their balance, posing a serious challenge for Washington.
GettyKANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – OCTOBER 27: Head coach Dan Quinn of the Washington Commanders reacts against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second quarter in the game at Arrowhead Stadium on October 27, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)
To compete, the Commanders will need their running game to shoulder the load for quarterback Jayden Daniels, who is returning from injury. With wide receiver Terry McLaurin out and offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil unavailable, Daniels will face a formidable Seattle defense, making this one of Washington’s toughest games of the season.
It doesn’t get easier for Washington after the Seahawks. They are hosting the Detroit Lions (5-2) in Week 10, but p
Bills Legend Eric Moulds Sells Final Game-Worn Jersey to Support Teammate Battling Parkinson’s Disease
Buffalo, NY – November 1, 2025
In a gesture that’s brought a wave of emotion across Bills Mafia, legendary wide receiver Eric Moulds — the shining star of Buffalo’s offense through a difficult decade — has auctioned off the
game-worn jersey from his final season to support a former teammate now facing the hardest battle of his life.
For fans who remember the late ’90s and early 2000s, Moulds was the lone constant in an era of instability. Known for his precision routes, contested catches, and quiet leadership, he became the franchise’s beacon of hope through years of quarterback turnover. From 1996 to 2005, he posted
675 receptions, 9,096 yards, and 48 touchdowns, including a historic 100-catch season in 2002, earning three Pro Bowl selections and a permanent place among the Bills’ all-time greats.
That former teammate is Takeo Spikes, the relentless linebacker who commanded Buffalo’s defense with passion and authority. During his time with the team (2003–2005), Spikes recorded over 200 tackles
, earned two Pro Bowls and an All-Pro selection in 2003, and became known as the emotional core of the defense — the “defensive quarterback” who brought fire to every down.
💬 “We carried this team through the storms — him on defense, me on offense,” Moulds said quietly. “Now that he’s fighting something far tougher than any Sunday battle, I want this jersey to fight for him — the same way he fought for Buffalo.”
Spikes, beloved for his intensity and leadership, has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder that has gradually affected his movement and coordination. Despite the diagnosis, those close to him say his trademark energy and optimism haven’t faded — he continues to train, mentor young athletes, and advocate for player health awareness.
Moulds’ decision to sell his final jersey isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about brotherhood. The proceeds from the auction will go directly to the Bills Alumni Health & Wellness Fund
, supporting Spikes’ treatment and ongoing medical research into Parkinson’s and other neurodegenerative conditions among retired NFL players.
💬 “This jersey carried our pride, our pain, and our fight,” Moulds reflected.
