NFL hits Chiefs WR JuJu Smith-Schuster with news he doesn't want to hear just days before MNF matchup against Jaguars

NFL fines JuJu-Smith Schuster for unnecessary roughness

Even though he was not penalized on the play, the NFL has fined Smith-Schuster $7,903 for what is described as a low block under the category of unnecessary roughness. He clearly did go too low on Awuzie, although it's safe to say he was just trying to make a play to help his teammate in the moment.

Other than that, Smith-Schuster recorded four receptions for 36 yards and one touchdown against the Ravens. His TD was an important one, as it gave Kansas City its first lead of the game, which it never surrendered.

Whether it's called by officials or not, the league carefully reviews every play and will hand out fines for violations that they see fit. It's an unfortunate development for the veteran wide receiver, but he'll put it behind him and move on as the Chiefs get ready to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday Night Football.

Smith-Schuster has quietly been a very steady force in the Chiefs' passing game this season. He does of great job working in the short-to-intermediate parts of the field, and is able to find soft spots against zone coverage.

That will come in handy this week as the Jaguars' defense plays a hefty amount of zone. With speedy WR Xavier Worthy back in the mix, things could open up even more for Smith-Schuster, who has build a nice rapport with quarterback Patrick Mahomes.