Reported about 1 year ago
The Atlanta Falcons were penalized by the NFL for violating the anti-tampering policy when they signed quarterback Kirk Cousins, wide receiver Darnell Mooney, and tight end Charlie Woerner. The team lost a 2025 fifth-round draft pick, was fined $250,000, and their general manager Terry Fontenot was fined $50,000. The league discovered logistical violations in the signing process, where direct contact between players and team representatives took place, which is against the policy. The Falcons cooperated with the review and expressed their commitment to improving their processes. The NFL also investigated tampering allegations with the Philadelphia Eagles regarding running back Saquon Barkley, but cleared the team of any wrongdoing.
Source: YAHOO