Los Angeles Rams cornerback Emmanuel Forbes was fined $10,839 for unnecessary roughness in the team’s Week 9 game against the Washington Commanders. The NFL cited “striking/kicking/kneeing” as the basis for the penalty. Officials had flagged Forbes during the game, so the league’s decision was expected.
The incident happened in the second quarter, with Washington facing first-and-10 at its 18-yard line. Running back Austin Ekeler gained 7 yards, and Rams defensive lineman Ty Hamilton was credited with the stop. After the play, Forbes was involved in an altercation with Commanders wide receiver Jaden Bradley. Bradley was not fined.
The fine is below the NFL’s standard maximum of $12,537 for a first offense. Forbes, a former Commanders first-round pick, could face a fine of up to $18,507 for another similar infraction.
Forbes said before the game that he was motivated to play against his former team, which had released him two years earlier. Rams head coach Sean McVay later praised Forbes’ performance, saying he played tough, contributed in run support and stayed close to receivers in coverage. Forbes joined Los Angeles through a waiver claim in 2024 and is set to become a free agent this offseason.
## Commanders Safety Quan Martin Also Fined
No other Rams players were fined. Washington safety Quan Martin received a $17,911 fine for a hit on a defenseless player.
The play came in the second quarter, when the Rams faced third-and-2 at the Houston 28-yard line. Quarterback Matthew Stafford’s pass to Tutu Atwell fell incomplete. Martin made contact while attempting to ensure the incompletion, but the in-game officials did not issue a penalty.
Players can appeal fines. If Martin’s fine stands, it will count as his first of three strikes under revised league rules. A third qualifying strike can trigger a one-game suspension.
