While NFL players get fined more often than owners and teams, the latter two are not exactly immune from punishments levied by the league. From Deflategate to Bountygate and other instances, teams have been hit hard over the years.
However, before diving into the specifics, we need a quick economics lesson. The value of money drops over time. In other words, $1 million is worth less in 2026 than it was in 2000 and much less than it was in 1975.
