NFL Announces Punishment for Second Cowboys Player After Trevon Diggs
The Dallas Cowboys beat the New York Jets in their Week 5 showdown, 37-22. Dak Prescott threw for 237 yards and four touchdowns on 18-of-29 pass completion, giving New York no chance at all.
Justin Fields and the Jets took a 3-0 lead in the first quarter off a Nick Folk field goal, but it was all Cowboys after that. Dallas even led 30-3 midway through the third quarter.
Despite the complete dominance over the Jets, however, it wasn't all positive for the Cowboys. Two players were fined by the NFL for their actions during the Week 5 game.
On Saturday, cornerback Trevon Diggs was fined $12,172 due to a "striking/kicking/tripping/kneeing" violation. It was a result of Diggs' heated encounter with Arian Smith, during which the Cowboys star swung his fist after the Jets receiver headbutted him.
Aside from Diggs, Cowboys offensive tackle Nate Thomas was slapped with a $4,814 punishment for what the NFL called an "obscene gesture" during the contest.
For those who missed it, the second-year Cowboys player did a hip-thrust celebration following a Jake Ferguson touchdown in the second quarter. Unfortunately for the 24-year-old, the NFL prohibits sexually suggestive gestures and celebrations.
Under the prohibited acts of its rulebook, the NFL included: "Any violent gesture, which shall include, but not be limited to, a throat slash, simulating firing or brandishing a gun, or using the 'nose wipe' gesture, or an act that is sexually suggestive or offensive."
For what it's worth, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed Thomas' celebration on Friday.
The gesture reminded fans of a "Key & Peele" skit featuring a player called Hingle McCringleberry, who loves celebrating with hip thrusts. The sketch basically poked fun at the NFL's rule by suggesting that two pumps are acceptable but a third one is punishable.
Schottenheimer, for his part, referenced the skit during an interview with 105.3 The Fan.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer stands on the field before facing the New York Jets.Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
"I actually didn't see exactly what the celebration was," Schottenheimer shared. "I just explained to him like, 'Okay, we want you to have a good time, we want to celebrate.' It's that whole thing about, 'Hey, play to the edge, don't go over the edge.'"
The Cowboys coach added, "And you know, it's the Hingle McCringleberry thing. I think it's a real thing. And it's like three pumps is too many. And two, you're fine. But we had we had a really good time with it in the medium. The guys loved it. And they were very large thrusts. They were not mini thrusts."
Denver Broncos announce plan for new stadium in historic Burnham Yard, targeting 2031 completion date
The Denver Broncos announced Tuesday morning that a decision has been made on the site for a new privately funded stadium in historic Burnham Yard in Denver, with a targeted completion date for the 2031 NFL season.
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In a joint letter from owners Greg Penner & Carrie Walton Penner, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and Colorado Governor Jared Polis, they stated that Burnham Yard represents a transformational opportunity. The Broncos have played at Empower Field at Mile High since 2001, the stadium that replaced old Mile High Stadium, where the team played from 1960 to 2000.
"Together, we are pleased to announce historic Burnham Yard in the heart of Denver as the preferred site for a world-class retractable roof stadium anchoring a dynamic mixed-use district," Broncos ownership wrote. "One a vital railyard that played a key roe in Denver's past, Burnham Yard now represents a transformational opportunity to reimagine the future with deep respect for the rich history of the area."
“Denver has been the proud home of the Broncos since Day 1. This community-inspired vision will allow our city and team to continue to grow and thrive together at Burnham Yard.”
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Denver's new stadium will include a retractable roof, which goes against the grain in contrast to what other cold-weather cities have done recently. The Chicago Bears announced plans on Monday for a new fixed-roof stadium in Arlington Heights, projected to open as soon as 2031. Cleveland is also moving indoors with its proposed new stadium. It's a trend the Broncos are bucking with the retractable roof.
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Like many of the new stadiums around the country, Denver's will be mixed-use and include better transit options to help improve accessibility and connectivity. The mixed-use stadiums give cities the ability to hold events all year, as opposed to just eight Sundays during the football season and possible playoff games. The aim is to make these venues designated hubs that attract premier events, concerts, conventions, and of course, the Super Bowl.
Empower Field, the Broncos' current home, is located less than 50 feet away from the old Mile High Stadium, but this new location plans to move the team about a mile further away. According to the Denver Post, the final price tag for this privately funded venture is expected to be at least $4 billion.
