The Broncos won last Sunday night’s game over the Patriots thanks in part to an overtime sack by Von Miller that helped force a New England three-and-out before C.J. Anderson’s game-winning touchdown run.
That wasn’t the only time in the game that Miller hit Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, however, and a previous run-in led the league to fine the Broncos linebacker this week. Miller has been fined $8,681 for hitting Brady after Brady went to the ground and was touched down by Broncos defensive tackle Vance Walker in the third quarter.
“They got me. I am going to appeal, though,” Miller said, via the Denver Post.
Miller was penalized for roughing the passer during the game. Roughing normally draws a larger fine, but Miller’s penalty is in line with league discipline for late hits.
