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Cowboys' Otito Ogbonnia fined $11K for facemask infraction against Buccaneers

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Cowboys' Otito Ogbonnia fined $11K for facemask infraction against Buccaneers

Summary

Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Otito Ogbonnia has been fined $11,111 for a facemask grab during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The incident occurred in the second quarter when Ogbonnia was pulled into a headlock by an opposing player while attempting to tackle Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving. The facemask infraction was flagged for unnecessary roughness, benefiting the Buccaneers by advancing their field position. Despite the penalty, the Cowboys' defense managed to force a punt soon after. This fine contributes to a total of $72,461 in fines for the Cowboys over five games this season.

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By the Numbers

•Otito Ogbonnia fined $11,111 for facemask violation.
•Incident happened during the second quarter against the Buccaneers.
•Facemask penalty moved Tampa Bay from their 10-yard line to the 27.
•Cowboys defense forced a punt despite the penalty.
•Dallas has incurred $72,461 in fines this season.

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8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys defender fined $11K for facemask grab vs Buccaneers

What they're saying

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Cowboys defensive tackle Otito Ogbonnia was put in a headlock during a 2nd-quarter pay vs the Bucs. He's the one who ended up getting fined.
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