The NFL’s latest fine for Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams has fans scratching their heads in disbelief. Williams has been hit with an $11,255 fine for his taunting call during last Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears—a fine that seems both excessive and puzzling.

So, what exactly did Williams do to warrant such a hefty fine? In a play that many would deem relatively harmless, Williams simply spun the ball on the ground after a big play. There was no taunting, no trash talk, and no disrespectful gestures aimed at his opponent, Tyrique Stevenson. In fact, Williams didn’t even directly address Stevenson, who had been fined a few weeks earlier for tripping Williams during a previous matchup. So, what’s the justification behind this fine? It’s difficult to understand, especially when you consider that other forms of celebratory actions in the NFL go unpunished or are seen as part of the game’s excitement.

This fine is far from the first time Williams has been penalized by the league this season. Back in Week 4, during a game against the Seattle Seahawks, he was slapped with a fine of $14,609 for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, a move that many felt was an overreaction. Then, in another infamous incident against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Williams was fined $19,697 for recreating Marshawn Lynch’s iconic “Beast Mode” touchdown celebration. While these fines are often viewed by the NFL as a way to maintain discipline and enforce their rules, many fans and analysts are questioning whether they’re being too harsh in Williams’ case.

When you compare these fines to other celebrations or actions across the league, it’s clear that Williams’ fines feel out of proportion. After all, he wasn’t involved in any controversial incidents or negative behavior toward other players. His spin of the ball on the ground, which was done in the heat of the moment after a successful play, hardly seems deserving of such a severe penalty, especially considering the context of the game and the fact that many players engage in far more elaborate celebrations without facing similar scrutiny.

To make matters worse, this latest fine has reignited an ongoing debate over the NFL’s inconsistency when it comes to enforcing fines. The league has often been criticized for doling out hefty penalties for actions that many consider harmless, while turning a blind eye to more serious issues on and off the field. Fans are left wondering why a simple act of celebrating a play is being penalized so severely, while more egregious actions, such as tripping or late hits, sometimes go unpunished or receive much lighter fines.

As the season continues, it’s likely that the debate over the fairness and logic of these fines will only intensify. For Williams, it seems like this is just another hurdle in a season filled with controversy over his actions on the field. Whether or not he’ll continue to face penalties remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the NFL’s approach to player celebrations and fines is increasingly becoming a point of contention among fans and analysts alike. For Williams, it seems that no matter what he does, the league is determined to keep a close eye on his every move.