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Minnesota Vikings DT Jalen Redmond given news he didn't want to hear after tremendous start to his breakout season

The Minnesota Vikings have themselves a gem in defensive tackle Jalen Redmond. They found him as a free agent out of the UFL, where he spent the spring of 2024 with the Arlington Renegades. He earned a starting spot at the end of the 2024 season, taking the job away from Jerry Tillery.

His performance even prompted the trade of nose tackle Harrison Phillips. His play this year has justified the Vikings' investment and belief in him, and he has arguably been the best player on both the defense and the team this season.

On Saturday, the NFL hit Redmond where it hurts the most: his wallet. They fined him $5,333 for this facemask against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter.

Minnesota Vikings DT Jalen Redmond fined for facemask vs. Chicago Bears

The play came when the Bears were driving at the beginning of the third quarter. It got missed in real time, as the Bears kicked a field goal on the next play to make the score 13-3. They ended up winning the game on another field goal, 19-17.

It's a frustrating one for Redmond, who was just playing football, and his hand got caught on the facemask. It's a small fine, and his first of the season. Overall, the Vikings have 10 fines this season.


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This story was originally reported by A to Z Sports on Nov 22, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add A to Z Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

This article first appeared on A to Z Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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