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Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown fined for debatable hit against Cardinals

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown just took a hit. Overshown was fined for his own hit, one that he delivered to Cardinals running back Bam Knight last week, by way of a fine from the NFL. Tom Pelissero noted that…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 9:46 PM
Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown fined for debatable hit against Cardinals
Key Things to Know
  • Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown was fined over $9,500 by the NFL for a hit on Bam Knight.
  • The hit occurred against the Arizona Cardinals running back during last week's game.
  • FOX analyst Greg Olsen found the hit questionable, while the network's rules official deemed it clean.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown has been fined by the NFL following a controversial hit on Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight. According to reporter Tom Pelissero, the league issued a fine slightly exceeding $9,500 for the play, which left Knight in need of medical attention on the field.

The tackle prompted mixed opinions during the FOX broadcast while Knight was being tended to by staff. Analyst Greg Olsen questioned the legality of the hit, whereas FOX's rules official evaluated the action as clean under official league regulations.

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