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NFL fines Saints $500,000 for altercations during Cowboys practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:10 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

NFL fines Saints $500,000 for altercations during Cowboys practice

Summary

The NFL has imposed a $500,000 fine on the New Orleans Saints due to repeated fights during a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys on August 18 in Oxnard, California. Both teams were fined, totaling $1 million, which marks a significant increase from previous penalties for similar conduct. The league had warned teams ahead of training camp about the need to prevent unsportsmanlike behavior. Although Saints head coach Kellen Moore acknowledged the usefulness of joint practices, the league's stance reflects a heightened emphasis on sportsmanship. The Saints and Cowboys are scheduled to meet again on August 28 for their final preseason game.

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•Saints fined $500,000 for fights during August 18 practice.
•Total fines equal $1 million shared with the Cowboys.
•Prior incidents saw fines of $200,000 each for Giants and Lions.
•NFL previously warned teams about preventing unsportsmanlike behavior.
•Saints face the Cowboys again on August 28 in preseason.

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The Saints’ brawls with the Cowboys came with a six-figure price, and the size of the NFL punishment makes the message difficult to miss. The post NFL Hits Saints With Massive Punishment After Cowboys Practice Brawls appeared first on HEAVY.
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