Six players fined after Week 16 action

TORONTO — The Canadian Football League announced six players were fined after Week 16 action on Thursday.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Brandon Banks and Jumal Rolle were fined for their participation in a pre-game altercation with opposition players prior to Saturday’s game against the BC Lions.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive lineman Ted Laurent was fined for kicking BC Lions offensive lineman Peter Godber.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive back Frankie Williams was fined for an inappropriate gesture following the conclusion of play #85 against the BC Lions.

The league also announced two additional fines from Week 16:

Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive lineman Matthias Goossen was fined for a late and unnecessary hit on Montreal Alouettes linebacker Chris Ackie.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive lineman Patrick Neufeld was fined for a late and unnecessary hit on Montreal Alouettes defensive lineman Gabriel Knapton.

As per league policy, the amount of the player fines was not disclosed.