Dallas Cheerleader Hit by Football in Game

During the Dallas Cowboys' final game of the season, cheerleader Michelle Siemienowski was accidentally struck in the head by a football kicked by Brandon Aubrey, prompting a quick response from fellow cheerleaders and sideline staff. Initial footage showed Siemienowski falling to the ground after the hit, but she soon regained her composure, smiling and reassuring fans via social media that she was okay. The incident became a viral moment, with commentators noting the severity of the hit, which resulted in a rare penalty for Aubrey for going out of bounds. The Cowboys lost the game 23-19 against the Washington Commanders, finishing the season with a disappointing 7-10 record. Siemienowski humorously captioned her Instagram post about the incident, stating, "cry now, laugh later." The game marked the end of a challenging season for the Cowboys, raising questions about the future of head coach Mike McCarthy.