NFL fines Cowboys and Saints $500,000 each after joint practice fights

The NFL fined the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints $500,000 each following a joint practice Tuesday that included multiple fights at the Cowboys' training camp in Oxnard, California [1]. The league announced the penalties Thursday after asking for video of the session, saying the Competition Committee has emphasized sportsmanship, including at joint practices, in recent years [1]. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones described the fine as stiff and said the team would appeal, while also planning to fine the players involved [1].

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1. abc13.com · Cowboys and Saints fined $500,000 apiece by NFL after brawl-filled joint practice Aug 22, 2026
2. fox26houston.com · Fairview police investigate burglary at CeeDee Lamb’s Texas home Aug 23, 2026
3. cbssports.com · Here's what NFL prediction markets say about the Packers: Use Polymarket promo code CBSSPORTS for $20 bonus Aug 22, 2026

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