Jets tackle Armand Membou slammed his helmet down in frustration during the Week 9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, and he was flagged for it in real time. Now the NFL has also assessed a $14,926 fine on Membou for unsportsmanlike conduct for the same action.
The penalty occurred with about 7:20 remaining in the game. Membou got beat by Chiefs DT Chris Jones, who got to Geno Smith for a 6-yard sack. After the play, Membou was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct for slamming down his helmet in frustration.
The sack and the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty on Membou led to a Jets punt.
The Jets went on to lose the matchup 35-12.
This is Membou’s first fine of the season and of his young career. It’s Membou’s second season in the NFL after being drafted by the Jets in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft.
No Kansas City Chiefs players were fined for any plays against the Jets.
The NFL splits the money it collects from player discipline between the NFLPA’s efforts to support retired players, the NFL Foundation, and nonprofit organizations supporting kids sports leagues, community health initiatives, and player health and safety at every level of sports.
