The NFL is making Chargers defensive tackle Teair Tart pay for slapping Travis Kelce .
Tart, who slapped Kelce during the Chargers’ 27-21 Week 1 win over Kansas City , is going to be fined by the NFL, ESPN reported Friday .
The actual amount of Tart’s punishment has yet to be released by the NFL, as the league announces fines on Saturday afternoon.
This punch on Travis Kelce was ridiculous — Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers pic.twitter.com/pDi6cQdCeK — Gatsby (@itsme_Gatsby) September 6, 2025
However, league rules dictate that a fine for a first offense of striking is $12,172, so it is likely that Tart will be hit with that amount.
Following a play in the third quarter during last week’s game in Brazil, Tart smacked Kelce’s helmet in retaliation after the tight end