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NFL review Roquan Smith hit Chris Godwin as a hip-drop tackle
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NFL review Roquan Smith hit Chris Godwin as a hip-drop tackle

The Buccaneers lost wide receiver Chris Godwin to a dislocated ankle after a tackle by Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith late in Monday night’s game and Smith could lose some money as a result of the play.

According to multiple reports, the NFL is reviewing the play to see if Smith’s tackle contained all the elements of the now-banned hip-drop tackle. If the review finds that Smith’s tackle violated the rule implemented this offseason, Smith would be fined.

The NFL said so last week they assessed 22 plays like hip-drop tackles. According to the league, a play must consist of a defender wrapping a ball carrier, rotating or pivoting his hips, unloading himself and dropping onto the ball carrier’s legs to qualify. Officials can penalize players for fouls during matches, but assessing all elements is difficult in real time and no flags have been thrown this season.

Seven of those 22 plays resulted in penalties. We’ll find out this week if Smith is No. 8.