Cowboys Call Sideline Celebration Penalty Unacceptable

The Dallas Cowboys were penalized after inactive linebacker DeMarvion Overshown ran onto the field to join teammates celebrating a fumble against the Indianapolis Colts on November 8. The 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty came while Dallas led 20-17 late in the game.

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones called the incident unacceptable during a radio appearance on November 9. He said it reflected poorly on the organization and was not disciplined behavior.

Jones also pointed to the team’s broader penalty problems. Dallas was flagged 14 times for a total of 153 yards, but still beat the host Colts 27-23 in a closely contested game.

The win left Dallas with a 4-5 record to start the 2026 season. The Cowboys are scheduled to face the San Francisco 49ers in Week 10 on November 15.