“Count your f*** days”: DeShon Elliott rips NFL over uniform fine
Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott was given a hefty fine for a uniform violation, and he apparently doesn’t agree with the decision.
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Minnesota Vikings inn their Week 4 game in Dublin, Ireland last week, but the victory has been overshadowed by one players’ grievance with the NFL. Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott was fined nearly $6,000 by the NFL for a uniform violation, and he took to Instagram to share his disdain.
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DeShon Elliott fined nearly $6K for...a towel
Elliott’s violation in question was for wearing an “unapproved black towel” during the Steelers’ game against the Vikings. The league rulebook states only plain white, league-approved towels can be used on the field, with no logos or personal markings allowed. The fine was for exactly $5,797.
Elliott blasted the decision on Instagram, tagging both the NFL and NFLPA, writing, “Count your f*** days … y’all worried about the wrong things. Let’s fix things that actually mean something.”
The 28-year-old, who just signed a two-year, $12.5 million extension with Pittsburgh this offseason, is allowed to appeal the fine. His frustration comes as he returned from a knee injury to post a strong performance against Minnesota, making six tackles, forcing a fumble, and snagging an interception in the 24–21 win in Dublin.
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