Calvin Ridley fined after poor season opener

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley endured a season opener to forget after going the entire game without a single catch and still being penalized by the league. The quiet performance in the loss to the New York Jets was accompanied by a $12,537 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct committed in the first quarter.

The quiet debut performance

During the game against the New York Jets, Calvin Ridley had zero receptions and was not targeted by the quarterback, despite being on the field for a significant portion of the playing time. While other teammates were targeted and made catches, Ridley remained invisible in the team's offensive statistics.

The league's financial penalty

To make matters worse on an already bad day, the league fined the veteran receiver $12,537 for an unsportsmanlike conduct play in the first quarter. The financial penalty turned what would have been just a quiet day offensively into a real loss for the player.

Recent history with the Titans

The player has a track record marked by great moments with the team, including a season with over 1,000 receiving yards. However, the previous year was cut short by soft tissue injuries and a broken leg, leading him to adjust his contract to remain with the team and bring stability to the receiving corps.

Expectations for a bounce-back

The hope now is that Calvin Ridley and the entire team can bounce back in the next game against the Philadelphia Eagles. The goal is for the athlete's on-field performance to match the talent he has shown during team practices.

With information from A to Z Sports, RotoBaller.