The Facts:
After a lengthy investigation conducted by the NFL's security department, the league announced Friday that 22 to 27 defensive players on the New Orleans Saints maintained a "bounty program" administered by then-defensive coordinator Gregg Williams during the 2009, 2010 and 2011 season.
Reported by NFL.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The investigation began in 2010 after allegations were made that the Saints defenders had targeted Cardinals QB Kurt Warner and Vikings QB Brett Favre during their 2009 run to the Super Bowl. ... The program runs in violation of league rules, and the investigation showed that Saints players received $1,500 for a “knockout” hit and $1,000 for a “cart-off” hit with payouts doubling or tripling during the team's three playoffs appearance. The program also entailed payments for interceptions and fumble recoveries, which also violates league rules against non-contract bonuses. NFL commission Roger Goodell will determine the appropriate discipline, the league said in a statement. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, discipline for the Saints could include fines, suspensions and forfeiture of draft choices. ... Stay tuned.
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