Commanders Beat Cowboys; Cheerleader Hit by Kickoff

During the Dallas Cowboys' final game of the season against the Washington Commanders, rookie cheerleader Michelle Siemienowski was accidentally hit in the head by an errant kickoff from Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey. The incident, which went viral, showed Siemienowski falling to the ground but quickly recovering and assuring fans she was fine. Despite the mishap, she maintained a positive attitude, sharing her experience on social media with humor. The Cowboys concluded a disappointing season with a 7-10 record and uncertainties surrounding head coach Mike McCarthy's future. Meanwhile, Aubrey's kickoff incident was a rare misstep in an otherwise impressive season for the kicker, who set a new franchise record with his field goal achievements. The game ended in a 23-19 loss for the Cowboys, adding to their challenging season.