When a defensive player leaves his feet to take down the ball carrier, it's a pretty huge hit. If he's in mid-air, do not leave your feet to bring him down, but do not carry him down either. This is football. Do not attack a defenseless player. Defenders naturally want to make a play by delivering a big blow to someone, but there are conditions. In week 6 of the NFL, there have been many illegal hits. Leading with the helmet to tackle someone will most certainly result in a pay-cut. Leading with the shoulder is okay, but making contact to the opponent's head with the shoulder is also bad. The League has made it known that concussions are a serious injury.
Two by one player - James Harrison of the Pittsburgh Steelers - against the Cleveland Browns on Joshua Cribbs and Muhommad Massoquoi.
The Falcons' Dunta Robinson on Desean Jackson.
From The Patriots' Brandon Meriweather onto the airborne Todd Heap.
These fines can be avoided, yet enjoy football. There has been many examples demonstrated over an over. Basically, don't leave your feet unless you make INITIAL contact with your shoulder while avoiding the opponent's helmet. Also don't tackle with your helmet.
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