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Jerry Jones Plans to Fight NFL’s $500,000 Fine From Cowboys-Saints Brawl

Jerry Jones Plans to Fight NFL’s $500,000 Fine From Cowboys-Saints Brawl

Summary

The Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints were each fined $500,000 by the NFL for a brawl during a joint training practice. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said he will challenge the fines and may also fine the players involved.

Key Facts

  • The NFL fined both teams $500,000 due to a fight during a joint practice session.
  • No serious injuries happened during the brawl.
  • The NFL’s Competition Committee focuses on fair play and has warned teams to prevent unsportsmanlike behavior.
  • Jerry Jones, Cowboys owner, called the fine stiff but understood the league’s decision.
  • Jones plans to appeal the fines on behalf of the Cowboys.
  • He may also fine players involved in the fight, including linebacker Donovan Ezeiruaku.
  • Ezeiruaku was seen removing a helmet and throwing punches during the brawl.
  • Saints rookie Brock Rechsteiner was also involved, including a wrestling move called a German suplex on a Cowboys player.
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