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Report: Roquan Smith Broke NFL Hip-Drop Tackle Rule on Chris Godwin Hit, Facing Fine

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The tackle that likely ended Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin's season could result in a fine for Baltimore Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith.

Per CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones, the NFL has determined that Smith used a hip-drop tackle to bring down Godwin, who suffered a dislocated ankle on the play, late in the fourth quarter of Monday's 41-31 win for the Ravens.

Jones added that Smith is facing a fine of $16,883 from the league that he will have the right to appeal.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.