Texans WR Stefon Diggs is not new to fines in the league. Last year, he had a lighter moment with the fans about owing a beer. But it didn’t go down well with the league. And he was fined in thousands. Now, he has violated another rule. He might have to split his purse again. Here’s the update.

He shared a cryptic Instagram story on Friday, November 22, which surprised the fans. With the black tape under his eyes, Free Chap was written with the caption that also read the same. It could be a signal that the receiver is ready for free agency in 2025. It’s the next stage in his career, as this year is his last for the Texans. However, there could be another angle, as in 2017, he tweeted, “Chap gave me that motivation… that genuine support and love.”

Though he isn’t playing this season anymore after suffering an ACL injury against the

Colts in the week 8 matchup, there might be a financial blow for him. Stefon Diggs might get fined by the league as it does not allow such personal messages to be shown. Last month, the Steelers WR George Pickens was fined for wearing a similar message during the week 5 game against the Cowboys.

The NFL management doesn’t allow personal messages to be displayed on the screen unless it is approved. According to the league, there is a fine of $11,255 if a player does it for the first time, and $16,883 for the second time violation. However, there is no confirmation yet.

If the league fines him, it would be the 2nd financial hit. He is already at a loss in contract money because of injury.

Stefon Diggs loses contract money after getting injured

It started in April this year when the Bills traded him to the Texans. He had a 4 year, $96 million contract, but the Texans restructured the deal to 1-year, $22.5 million. Everything was all good during the season. In 8 games, he had 47 receptions for 496 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns. But things became worse when he got injured in the week 8 game against the Colts.

Though Stefon Diggs suffered a non-contact knee injury, it was later diagnosed as a torn ACL. Subsequently, he was ruled out of the season. Then began the financial woes as his money fell short of what he thought. However, the 30-year-old is hopeful of getting fit soon. It would also help him to land a deal with other NFL teams.

His team, though, is going strong despite the receiver not playing. They have 7 wins and 4 losses and sit at the top of the AFC South division. Fans hope that they can go all the way this season. Can they? We’ll find out soon.