DeMarvion Overshown penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct against Colts

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Last updated Nov 13, 2026

DeMarvion Overshown penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct against Colts
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Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown received a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty during the team's 33-30 win over the Indianapolis Colts. The infraction occurred after Overshown, in street clothes due to injury, celebrated on the field following a forced fumble. Overshown took full responsibility for the incident, acknowledging he was unaware of the rule prohibiting inactive players from entering the field. Following the penalty, Cowboys personnel, including vice president Stephen Jones, noted issues with team discipline, as the Cowboys committed 14 penalties totaling 153 yards in the game. Overshown has since apologized and is expected to play against the San Francisco 49ers.

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  • •Overshown penalized for entering field while inactive during Colts game.
  • •Cowboys committed 14 penalties for 153 yards in that game.
  • •Overshown acknowledged his mistake and apologized to teammates.
  • •Vice president Stephen Jones criticized team discipline after the game.
  • •Overshown expected to play against the San Francisco 49ers.
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