Cowboys Hit With Biggest Fine Total in NFL After Week 1 Meltdown
Cowboys' Week 1 got worse after the loss to the Giants, as three players were hit with a combined $33,409 in NFL fines.
The Dallas Cowboys faced a preseason setback with their biggest fine total in NFL history after a Week 1 loss to the New York Giants. The Giants' offense dominated the Dallas defense, while the Cowboys' offense struggled. However, it was more than just a game loss that cost the Cowboys - they were hit with a record-breaking $33,409 in fines.
Star running back Javonte Williams received an $11,941 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct/taunting, while edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku was fined $11,941 for unnecessary roughness/facemask. Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown received a $9,527 fine for unnecessary roughness/late hit. The fines resulted from various penalties throughout the game, including Williams' taunting gesture towards Giants safety Tyler Nubin and Ezeiruaku's facemask on Giants player, which allowed the Giants to gain fresh downs and seal the victory.
The Cowboys will need to rebound in their Week 2 matchup against the Commanders, with new defensive coordinator Christian Parker's unit needing to gel after playing together for the first time in a game.
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