49ers Jennings Punches Moehrig After Panthers Play
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Jauan Jennings, Tre’Von Moehrig Involved in Post-Game Altercation
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San Francisco 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings and Carolina Panthers safety Tre’Von Moehrig were involved in a physical altercation following the 49ers’ 20-9 victory on Monday Night Football, November 27, 2023. The incident, captured on television, is likely to result in NFL fines and potential further disciplinary action.
Last updated: November 25, 2023, 06:17:53 PST
What Happened?
The altercation occurred after the final whistle of the San Francisco 49ers’ 20-9 win over the Carolina Panthers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on November 27, 2023.Television footage showed Carolina safety Tre’Von Moehrig delivering a punch to the groin area of 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings during the final moments of the game ESPN.
Jennings responded by approaching Moehrig after the game ended and striking him in the helmet, followed by a shove. Players from both teams intervened to separate the two, preventing further escalation as they headed towards the locker rooms.
The Incident in Detail
The sequence unfolded as follows:
- Moehrig delivered a punch to Jennings’ groin area near the end of the game.
- After the game concluded, Jennings approached Moehrig.
- Jennings struck Moehrig in the helmet and then shoved him.
- Players from both teams intervened to separate Jennings and Moehrig.

Potential NFL Consequences
The NFL is expected to review the footage and issue fines to both players. There is also a possibility of suspensions, depending on the severity of the actions deemed by the league. Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch was previously suspended for one game after punching Kansas City Chiefs receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster following a game earlier in the 2023 season ESPN.
The NFL’s personal conduct policy outlines penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct and violent acts, with fines ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of dollars, and suspensions ranging from one game to indefinite suspensions. The league will likely consider the intent and impact of the actions when determining the appropriate punishment.
