Tempers are flaring, fists are flying around the NFL during joint practices

Tempers are flaring and fists are flying around the NFL during joint practices. Jameis Winston, an easygoing, fun-loving guy, was at the center of a fight between the New York Giants and Miami Dolphins. The Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints were fined $500,000 each by the NFL for a brawl-filled joint practice. Several skirmishes between the San Francisco 49ers and Tennessee Titans led to players being ejected from practice.

Giants coach John Harbaugh stated that the violent nature of the game makes joint practices risky. NFL coaches have warned players that fighting during joint practices is disruptive and counterproductive. Philadelphia's Saquon Barkley even called joint practices "immature." While fights are inevitable in these high-pressure settings, players are expected to maintain professional etiquette and avoid hitting quarterbacks.