Mike Florio Calls for NFL to Punish Joint Practice Fights
Summary
A joint practice between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints on Tuesday had several fights, including a wrestling move by a Saints player. Both teams' coaches said the fights went too far but decided to continue practice. Mike Florio from Pro Football Talk suggested the NFL should fine players to stop fights during joint practices.Key Facts
- At least six fights broke out during the Cowboys-Saints joint practice.
- Saints tight end Brock Rechsteiner used a wrestling suplex move on a Cowboys defender.
- Coaches Kellen Moore (Saints) and Brian Schottenheimer (Cowboys) admitted the fights went too far.
- Mike Florio proposed the NFL impose fines on players involved in joint practice fights.
- The NFL currently has the power to fine players or teams for fighting, usually fining teams.
- In 2024, the Lions and Giants were fined $200,000 each for fights during their joint practices.
- Players can also face suspensions, ejections, or internal team discipline for fighting.
- It is unclear if more joint practice fights will happen or if the NFL will increase penalties.
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