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Dallas Cowboys defense receives $46,883 punishment as NFL quietly admits a mistake from overtime loss to Cardinals

Three Dallas Cowboys defenders took a financial hit after the overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. And one of those fines changes how a key second-quarter turnover looks in hindsight.

By Mauricio Rodriguez · A to Z Sports

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 12:01 PM

Key Things to Know

Three Dallas Cowboys defenders received combined NFL fines totaling $46,883 following an overtime loss to Arizona.
DeMarvion Overshown was fined $9,528 for a hit that forced a fumble but went unpenalized during the game.
Safety PJ Locke drew a $19,444 fine for an unnecessary roughness penalty during overtime.

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The NFL issued a combined $46,883 in fines to three Dallas Cowboys defenders following their overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown received a $9,528 fine for unnecessary roughness using his helmet on a play that caused a forced fumble but was not flagged during the game, effectively signaling a missed call by officials.

Safety PJ Locke was handed the highest penalty at $19,444 for an unnecessary roughness helmet hit in overtime. Additionally, edge rusher Rashan Gary was fined $17,911 for roughing the passer on a crucial third down in the fourth quarter.

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