The NFL made it clear before the season that sportsmanship would be a point of emphasis. Jalen Carter provided the first example of misconduct. Now, he awaits discipline from the league.

Carter has a base salary of $1.03 million in 2025. That works out to $57,222 per week. Thus, a fine of $57,222 seems to be fair and appropriate, given the precedent the league has established in similar cases.