AP Source: Brady could be fined for apparent kick of Jarrett

(AP) - The NFL has looked at Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett’s disputed roughing-the-passer penalty on Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady to determine whether Brady attempted to kick Jarrett and if that warrants a fine, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.

The person spoke to the AP on Thursday on condition of anonymity because the league notifies players of fines on Friday. Fines for kicking are $10,500 for a first offense and $15,500 for a second.

Jarrett was flagged for slinging Brady to the ground during Tampa Bay’s 21-15 win over the Falcons on Oct. 9 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay. Jarrett was penalized for throwing Brady to the ground aggressively, stepping over him, and drawing a penalty for roughing the passer late in the fourth quarter. It appeared Brady tried to kick Jarrett as both players were getting up, but he didn’t make contact.

Jarrett and Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones are automatically subject to fines for roughing penalties that sparked outrage among players, coaches and fans because the hits didn’t seem to warrant flags.

Fines for roughing the passer are $15,000 for the first offense and $20,000 for the second. It was the first offense this season for both Jarrett and Jones.