NFL fines Buccaneers' K.J. Britt for unnecessary roughness despite non-call on Eagles 'tush push' stop

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Over the past couple of seasons, the Philadelphia Eagles have mastered the rugby-style quarterback sneak that has become known as the "tush push" or  "brotherly shove."

On short yardage plays, quarterback Jalen Hurts typically lines up under center with two or three players behind him. He takes the snap, the offensive line surges forward and Hurts gets a big push from behind. More often than not, the Eagles gain the yardage needed for a first down.

The Eagles attempted the "tush push" 41 times this season, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers managed to stop the short yardage play for just the fourth time all year during a playoff game Monday. 

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K.J. Britt (52) of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lines up before a play during an NFL wild-card game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Raymond James Stadium Jan. 15, 2024, in Tampa, Fla.  (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)

In the second quarter, the Eagles lined up for a two-point conversation at the 1-yard line. 

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The Eagles were stopped short of the goal line and settled for six points. Buccaneers linebacker K.J. Britt was one of the defenders who contributed to the crucial stop. No flags were thrown on the play, but it appeared the referees missed a face mask call. 

Britt appeared to pull Hurts backward by his helmet during the play.

The NFL's fine process typically involves a player receiving a letter informing the player of a violation. The notice also tells the player the amount of a fine. Players have the right to appeal a fine. Notices are usually sent out