"They pointed to the countless missed calls on quarterback Jayden Daniels as a massive double standard. There are a plethora of other examples around the NFL, so why the league was intent on singling out Luvu is anyone's guess. Thankfully, common sense prevailed. The Commanders appealed the decision, and Luvu will now be available this weekend against the Detroit Lions. He was fined $100,000, but that is far less than the $500,000 he would have sacrificed by missing the contest."
"Veteran cornerback Marshon Lattimore and wide receiver Luke McCaffrey were the latest to go on the shelf this week. Daniels wasn't placed on injured reserve, but the chances of him suiting up anytime soon are remote. Luvu will be in the line versus the Lions. He is firmly in dangerous territory, and the league will be watching his every move closely against an offense that demands a physical and explosive approach from start to finish."
The league initially suspended linebacker Frankie Luvu for a third hip-drop tackle, prompting fan debate over inconsistency compared with missed calls on Jayden Daniels. The Commanders successfully appealed, restoring Luvu's availability for the upcoming game against the Detroit Lions while a $100,000 fine was imposed. Luvu's presence is critical given multiple Commanders injuries that have sidelined Marshon Lattimore and Luke McCaffrey, and Jayden Daniels' playing status remains unlikely. Luvu has been used increasingly as an edge rusher due to roster depletion but continues to be a central defensive leader. Any repeat hip-drop will trigger larger fines and an inevitable suspension.
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