6. The Raiders of Las Vegas cannot follow the procedure.

Year of Fine: 2021
Est. Fine Total: $800,000*
Their inaugural season in Las Vegas was supposed to be a joyous occasion. Regretfully, the NFL’s regulations and capacity restrictions, implemented to stop the spread of COVID-19, forced the Raiders’ historic homecoming to be rescheduled by a year. That season, a few Raiders coaches and players willfully violated league rules, earning a fine from the league.

The Raiders in Las Vegas are unable to follow protocol. ©Christian Petersen/Getty Images
Athletes and coaches are obligated to set an example for the public, regardless of their personal opinions on the rules. This time, the Raiders’ conduct led the league by example. The league imposed a $800,000 fine on the new Las Vegas squad for violating public health regulations.