Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown has been hit with an $11,255 fine by the NFL for his actions during last Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Washington Commanders, adding an unexpected twist to Philadelphia's Super Bowl preparations.
The fine stems from an incident involving Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore, where Brown pulled Lattimore's facemask during one of two heated exchanges between the players. While the on-field officials only penalized Lattimore for his role in the skirmishes, the NFL's weekly review process resulted in disciplinary action against Brown.
The incident occurred with the Eagles leading 20-12, a momentum-shifting period that saw Philadelphia quickly extend their lead to 27-12 following a Commanders fumble on the ensuing kickoff. Despite a Washington field goal before halftime, the Eagles maintained control, ultimately securing a decisive 55-23 victory and their second Super Bowl berth in three years.
The win marked a historic moment for the Commanders, who, despite the loss, reached their first NFC Championship Game since the 1991-92 season. However, they were unable to contain Philadelphia's high-powered offense in the fourth quarter, watching their championship hopes slip away.
For Brown and the Eagles, attention now turns to Super Bowl LIX, where they'll face a familiar foe in the Kansas City Chiefs. The matchup offers Philadelphia a chance at redemption following their heartbreaking 38-35 loss to Kansas City in Super Bowl LVII, where they led for most of the game before being outscored 17-8 in the fourth quarter.
This time, the Eagles bring a new weapon to the fight in star running back Saquon Barkley, whose presence could prove crucial in their bid for a second Lombardi Trophy. The championship showdown kicks off at 6:30 p.m. ET on February 9, on FOX.
As for Brown's fine, sources indicate the receiver will handle the fine but remains focused on the bigger prize—helping Philadelphia capture their second Super Bowl title in franchise history.
