Trey Lance Fined for Roughness, Cowboys Face Criticism

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Trey Lance has been fined $22,511 by the NFL for unnecessary roughness, specifically for using his helmet during a hit on Eagles safety Reed Blankenship in a game they lost 34-6. This incident occurred in the fourth quarter after a fumble recovery by Blankenship, and despite no in-game penalty, the league deemed the contact worthy of a fine. Lance, who took over from Cooper Rush during the second half, struggled in his first regular season appearance for the Cowboys, completing 4-of-6 passes for 21 yards and an interception. The Cowboys are enduring a tough season, with an 0-4 home record and are preparing for a Monday night game against the Houston Texans with Rush as starting quarterback. The team is also facing off-field challenges, including public criticism over player conduct on social media, and is experiencing more negative headlines than usual, diverging from their typical focus on playoff potential.