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Baltimore Ravens Safety Earl Thomas Fined $21,000 For Illegal Hit On Pittsburgh Steelers Quarterback Mason Rudolph

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Ravens safety Earl Thomas has been disciplined for his illegal hit on Steelers Quarterback Mason Rudolph.

Thomas was fined $21,000 for the helmet-to-helmet hit levied in the 3rd quarter of last Sunday's game. According to reports, Thomas reached out to Rudolph to check on his well-being, but did not get a response.

"Earl Thomas, who was fined $21k, reached out to Mason Rudolph this week, calling and texting him. Thomas didn't receive a response."

Rudolph remains in the concussion protocol and looks to be out for the Steelers upcoming game against the Los Angeles Chargers on the west coast. He practiced on a limited basis all week.

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