Stephen Jones addresses Overshown's sideline penalty after Cowboys' win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Dallas Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones expressed frustration over a sideline penalty committed by linebacker DeMarvion Overshown during a recent game against the Indianapolis Colts. Overshown, inactive due to injuries, entered the field to celebrate a teammate's fumble recovery, resulting in a 15-yard penalty. The Cowboys, who won the game 27-23, committed a total of 14 penalties, prompting Jones to acknowledge the need for improved discipline. He called the incident with Overshown unacceptable and stated that the team must do better moving forward. The Cowboys' performance has raised concerns about the impact of penalties as they aim to maintain momentum this season.
- •Stephen Jones criticized discipline after Overshown's sideline penalty.
- •Cowboys incurred 14 penalties for 153 yards in the win.
- •Overshown was inactive due to injury but celebrated on the field.
- •Jones emphasized the need for the team to improve discipline.
- •Dallas improved its record to 4-5 with the 27-23 victory.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys’ Stephen Jones delivers blunt response to DeMarvion Overshown’s costly sideline penalty
"Stephen Jones explains why the Cowboys must improve their discipline after Sunday's victory.
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