JUST IN: Two Cowboys slammed with $23 million fine by NFL

In a tense and hard-fought game between the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers, two Cowboys players have been hit with fines for their on-field actions. The NFL issued the penalties following incidents that took place during a particularly physical second half, with the league citing unsportsmanlike conduct and unnecessary roughness as the primary reasons for the discipline.

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The first incident occurred when one Cowboys defender was flagged for a late hit on a Steelers receiver, drawing immediate attention from the referees. The contact, deemed excessive and outside the boundaries of legal play, led to a significant fine for the defender. Tensions between the teams were already high at this point, and the hit further fueled emotions on both sidelines.

Shortly after, a second Cowboys player became involved in an altercation after the whistle, engaging in a scuffle with a Steelers offensive lineman. The officials quickly intervened, but the actions were enough to warrant another hefty fine for unsportsmanlike behavior. The Cowboys’ frustrations were evident as the physicality of the game escalated, resulting in the two fines.

These penalties come as part of the NFL’s ongoing commitment to maintaining player safety and upholding sportsmanship across the league. With the regular season at a crucial juncture, both Cowboys players are expected to appeal their fines in hopes of reducing the financial burden, but for now, the disciplinary measures remain in place.

As Dallas pushes toward the playoffs, the team will need to manage their emotions and ensure their physical play stays within the boundaries of the league’s rules. The Cowboys cannot afford to lose key players to suspensions or further fines as they battle for postseason positioning.