Brian Schottenheimer leads Cowboys in heated joint practice with Saints

During a joint practice on August 19, 2026, between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints, tensions escalated into numerous brawls. The session saw at least six separate fights, with physical altercations including players removing helmets. Cowboys linebacker Donovan Ezeiruaku was ejected for throwing a punch. Both head coaches, Brian Schottenheimer and Kellen Moore, contemplated ending the practice early due to the chaos but ultimately decided to continue. Schottenheimer acknowledged the practice was unproductive, stressing the need for discipline as the regular season approaches.

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