49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk successfully appeals NFL beer fine by invoking his 'Juice' nickname

What happened: The NFL voided a $14,926 fine on San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk after he appealed, saying his celebration imitated drinking juice, not beer, per his "Juice" nickname. Key numbers: Fine was $14,926, imposed Sept. 24. MRI revealed a knee hyperextension and bone bruise; he will miss a few weeks. Why it matters: The hearing officer accepted the juice box explanation and the fine was voided. Juszczyk will miss time after a knee injury in Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos.

The NFL voided a $14,926 fine on San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk after he appealed, saying his celebration imitated drinking juice, not beer, per his "Juice" nickname.

The hearing officer accepted the juice box explanation and the fine was voided. Juszczyk will miss time after a knee injury in Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos.