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NFL Fines Cowboys and Saints $500K Each for Brawls During Joint Practice

In a heated joint practice session, the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints faced significant fallout as both teams were fined $500,000 by the NFL due to multiple brawls that erupted. The practice was marred by chaos, with at least six reported fights, including one involving Saints rookie Brock Rechsteiner, who showcased a wrestling move on a Cowboys player. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed disappointment over the hefty fine and stated plans to penalize players responsible for the altercations. Despite the financial repercussions, analysts suggest that unless players face individual fines, such incidents during joint practices are likely to continue. Notable performances were also highlighted, with players like Tyler Shough and Chris Olave standing out amidst the turmoil.
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