Derrick Brooks rescinds Frankie Luvu’s suspension

The NFL’s first suspension for multiple hip-drop tackle violations was overturned by hearing officer Derrick Brooks, resulting in Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu being fined $100,000 instead of facing a one-game suspension. Luvu, who previously incurred fines for prior violations, remains eligible to play against the Lions and has avoided losing over $400,000 in potential game checks.

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