Summary
The Dallas Cowboys lost to the Detroit Lions, affecting their playoff chances. Cowboys player James Houston faces a likely fine for a late hit on Lions quarterback Jared Goff during the game. The NFL is focusing on reducing rough hits against quarterbacks, which increases the chances of fines for players like Houston.
Key Facts
- The Cowboys lost to the Lions 44-30 in Week 14.
- A late hit by Cowboys defensive end James Houston on Lions quarterback Jared Goff led to a penalty.
- Houston is likely to be fined $17,389 for the late hit.
- This potential fine is part of an NFL effort to protect quarterbacks from rough hits.
- Houston recorded two tackles, two pressures, one sack, and one quarterback hit during the game.
- The NFL has collected $211,215 from 13 similar fines this season.
- Fines for repeat offenses of rough hits on quarterbacks can increase to $23,186.
