San Francisco, November 25, 2025 – The NFL matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and the Carolina Panthers ended with a 20–9 win for the 49ers, but what happened after the final whistle is what truly set the American football world on fire. Jauan Jennings, the 49ers wide receiver wearing No. 15, stormed toward a group of Panthers players and punched Tre’Von Moehrig in the face while the two teams were exchanging postgame handshakes at midfield. The act nearly sparked a full-on brawl if not for his 49ers teammates stepping in just in time.

The incident took place just a few minutes after the game ended on November 24, 2025, at Levi’s Stadium. Players from both sides were going through the traditional handshake line, with military personnel also present on the field for the Salute to Service event honoring the U.S. armed forces. The atmosphere was initially friendly, full of hugs and congratulations. However, Jennings suddenly charged in like a storm, pointing, yelling, and then firing a punch straight into the face of Moehrig, the Panthers safety. Several 49ers teammates, many of them in green hoodies, had to wrestle Jennings to the ground, hold him tightly, and drag him away to prevent things from escalating. Fortunately, the situation was brought under control quickly and did not turn into a mass fight, but the chaotic scene was captured on camera and spread like wildfire across social media.

🚨🚨BREAKING: FIGHT ALERT🚨#49ERS STAR RECEIVER JAUAN JENNINGS PUNCHED #PANTHERS SAFETY TRE’VON MOEHRIG ON THE FIELD AFTER THE GAME.

Things got pretty intense on the field and expect some punishment from the league.

WOW 😳😳😳pic.twitter.com/grhrztLTMS

— MLFootball (@MLFootball) November 25, 2025

Many fans initially blasted Jennings for his lack of self-control, accusing him of ruining the spirit of sportsmanship. But a different video that surfaced shortly after completely changed the narrative: this was not some random outburst. During the heated game, Tre’Von Moehrig delivered an extremely dirty “cheap shot” — a vicious punch to Jennings’ groin with his left hand right in the middle of the field. The blow was caught clearly on a close-up camera angle, showing Jennings doubling over and clutching his lower body in pain. Anyone who watched the clip could almost feel the pain themselves, especially given that Moehrig was wearing a cast or brace on his hand, making the hit even more dangerous.

Jauan Jennings getting punched directly in the family jewels during the game 😳 pic.twitter.com/3O5I4kkOGh

— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) November 25, 2025

What made things worse was that a referee was standing nearby but did nothing — no whistle, no flag thrown. The unsportsmanlike conduct was completely ignored during the game, forcing Jennings to swallow his anger for the rest of the contest. When the postgame handshake rolled around and he saw Moehrig again, Jennings simply couldn’t hold it in and chose to “pay him back” on the spot. “Anyone who got hit there would lose it,” one 49ers fan commented on X (Twitter). “Jennings is a real dawg — he’s fiery and he doesn’t accept being disrespected.”

#49ers Jauan Jennings had to be tackled to the ground by his own team to keep him away from #Panthers players pic.twitter.com/iJ0jECC9zq

— 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙎𝙁𝙉𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨 (@TheSFNiners) November 25, 2025

According to NFL sources, the league is now reviewing the entire incident, including Moehrig’s dirty punch during the game and Jennings’ reaction afterward. Moehrig could face a heavy fine or even a suspension for a cheap shot that directly endangered an opponent’s health. Jennings is not in the clear either and could be fined for inciting a postgame altercation. As of now, it’s only been one day since the incident, and the NFL typically takes a few days to issue official decisions — often on Wednesdays or Fridays. Representatives from the Panthers and 49ers have not released formal statements, but several of Jennings’ teammates have publicly backed him on social media, stressing that “no one could just stay quiet after a hit like that.”

This incident once again reignites debate over how NFL officials handle dirty plays, especially sneaky cheap shots that go unnoticed in real time. In a season full of drama, Jennings — known for his intense, fiery style — is once again at the center of attention, but this time he’s receiving a surprising amount of sympathy from the public. Will Moehrig be punished appropriately? We now wait for the NFL’s decision to see whether justice will truly be served.