Jauan Jennings, Tre’Von Moehrig Face Discipline for Late-Game Scuffle
When NBC Sports reports on a late-game scuffle between Jauan Jennings and Tre’Von Moehrig, you know tempers—and adrenaline—are high. The NFL is already looking at possible discipline, coaches are re-watching tape, and fans are replaying the moment in slow motion. But for the rest of us, that kind of “fourth-quarter frustration” looks a lot like what happens at home when something breaks right when you’re tired and over it.
You’re halfway through a long day, a cabinet door comes off, a towel bar rips out of the wall, or a doorknob loosens again—and boom, mini scuffle with your own house. Instead of taking a penalty flag from your wallet by calling a pro for every little thing, you can learn a few quick fixes that calm the situation fast.
Below are five practical, DIY-friendly quick fixes you can do with basic tools. Think of them as your “home discipline plan” for when things get a little spicy around the house.
1. Stop the “Scuffle” With a Loose Door Handle
Few things feel more like a fumble than a wobbly doorknob that might come off in your hand. Before it turns into a full-blown hardware brawl, tighten it up properly.
**What you need:** Phillips screwdriver, flathead screwdriver (if needed), a toothpick or matchstick, wood glue (optional).
1. **Check the screws you can see.** Most modern knobs have two visible screws on the plate. Tighten them snugly—don’t overtighten or you’ll strip the screws.
2. **If the screws spin but won’t tighten:** Remove them completely. If the holes in the wood are enlarged, dip a broken toothpick or matchstick in wood glue, push it into the screw hole, and snap it off flush. Let it set for 10–15 minutes.
3. **Reinstall the screws.** Now that the hole has fresh “bite,” your screws should tighten firmly.
4. **On knobs with no visible screws:** Look for a tiny slot or hole on the neck of the knob. Press in with a small flathead or paperclip to release the knob, then tighten the hidden screws on the mounting plate.
5. **Test the latch.** Close the door and turn the handle several times. If it still feels loose, slightly loosen and re-center the plate so the latch hits the strike plate cleanly.
2. Patch a Wall Nick From “Game-Day” Impacts
Kids playing, doors slamming, or moving furniture for watch parties can leave dents and small holes—your own version of a sideline collision.
**What you need:** Lightweight spackle, putty knife or old credit card, fine sandpaper (120–220 grit), damp sponge, touch-up paint, small brush or mini roller.
1. **Clean the damaged area.** Brush away any loose drywall or paint chips. Lightly wipe with a damp cloth and let dry.
2. **Apply spackle in thin layers.** Use the putty knife to press a small amount into the hole or dent, then scrape off excess so it’s just slightly raised above the wall surface.
3. **Let it dry fully.** Most lightweight spackles dry in 15–45 minutes; check the label. Rushing this step leads to cracked or sunken patches.
4. **Sand it smooth.** Very lightly sand until the patch is flat and blends into the surrounding wall. Wipe with a damp sponge to remove dust.
5. **Touch up with paint.** If you still have the original wall paint, great. If not, bring a small paint chip (from behind a switch plate) to a paint store for color-matching. Feather the edges so the new paint blends in instead of leaving a harsh patch.
3. Quiet a Squeaky Door Before It Starts a Fight
That squeaky hinge at 6 a.m. can feel like a ref’s whistle in the middle of a quiet drive—jarring and unnecessary. Fortunately, this is one of the easiest quick fixes at home.
**What you need:** Multipurpose lubricant (like WD-40) or silicone spray, rag or paper towel, small flathead screwdriver or nail (optional).
1. **Identify the squeaky hinge.** Open and close the door to pinpoint which hinge (or hinges) make the noise.
2. **Lubricate the hinge pins.** Spray a tiny amount of lubricant at the top of the hinge where the pin meets the hinge barrel. Work the door back and forth several times to draw it in.
3. **For stubborn squeaks:** Use a small screwdriver or nail and gentle taps from a hammer to lift the hinge pin halfway out. Wipe it clean, coat lightly with lubricant, and tap it back in.
4. **Wipe excess.** Lubricant that drips can stain paint or attract dust, so wipe the hinge and surrounding area.
5. **Check alignment.** If the door still makes noise or rubs, slightly loosen the screws, lift the door gently, then retighten. This can correct minor sagging.
4. Re-Secure a Towel Bar That Got Tackled
A loose or ripped-out towel bar is basically a broken tackle on your bathroom wall. Instead of repeatedly tightening it only to watch it loosen again, fix the anchor points so it actually holds.
**What you need:** Screwdriver, new wall anchors (toggle or self-drilling drywall anchors), drill, small bit, spackle, putty knife.
1. **Remove the bar and brackets.** Loosen the tiny set screws under the bar brackets and slide the bar off. Unscrew the wall plates.
2. **Inspect the existing holes.** If anchors pulled out and left large holes, don’t reuse them; that’s a guaranteed repeat failure.
3. **Patch unusable holes.** For holes too damaged or in the wrong spot, fill with spackle and let dry. Sand and paint later.
4. **Install solid anchors.** For drywall without studs, use quality toggle or self-drilling anchors rated for at least 25–50 lbs. Drill pilot holes as directed on the anchor packaging.
5. **Reattach brackets firmly.** Screw the brackets to the new anchors, slide the bar back on, tighten the set screws, and give the bar a gentle pull test. If it moves, tighten again until stable.
5. Reset a Tripped GFCI Outlet Like a Pro
After a heavy-use weekend—slow cooker, air fryer, TV, phone chargers—your kitchen or bathroom outlet might “throw a flag” and trip. That GFCI outlet is doing its job, but you should know how to reset it safely and when not to.
**What you need:** Just your hands and attention; non-contact voltage tester if you have one (optional).
1. **Identify the GFCI.** It’s the outlet with “TEST” and “RESET” buttons. One GFCI can protect several outlets in the same room.
2. **Unplug everything first.** Don’t hit reset with appliances still plugged in; you want to see if a particular device is causing the trip.
3. **Press RESET firmly.** You should feel a click and see power restored (a small indicator light may turn on, depending on the model).
4. **Plug items back in one at a time.** If the outlet trips immediately after plugging in a specific device, that device or its cord may be faulty. Stop using it until it’s inspected or replaced.
5. **Know when to call an electrician.** If the GFCI won’t reset, gets warm, or trips again with nothing plugged in, or if nearby lights are flickering, stop there. This is your sign to bring in a pro—no DIY touchdown is worth an electrical risk.
Conclusion
Just like the NFL will review the Jennings–Moehrig scuffle frame by frame, your home will constantly “review” how well you respond to little problems. Loose hardware, squeaks, small wall damage, and tripped outlets are everyday household flags—but they don’t need a full-blown penalty to fix.
With a basic screwdriver, a bit of patch material, and a calm approach, you can turn late-game frustration into quick wins around the house. Handle these small repairs as they pop up, and your home will feel more solid, safer, and a lot less likely to start a scuffle when you’re already tired.