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Multiple fights mar Cowboys-Saints joint practice

A joint practice session between the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints turned chaotic with multiple fights breaking out.

By · Published August 19, 2026 at 04:26 UTC · Updated August 19, 2026 at 05:24 UTC

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  3. Latest coverage observed Most recent article currently attached to this story cluster.
  4. Peak measured velocity The recorded velocity reached 17.

Source diversity sample: Yahoo Sports · The Guardian · Dallas Cowboys · ESPN · NBC Sports.

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Sources (6)

What happened

Six separate helmet-throwing fights erupted, according to Yahoo Sports. The intensity of the altercations led to the practice being described as "chippy" by Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer. The Guardian, ESPN, and NBC Sports all reported on the incidents, noting that the fights overshadowed the practice session. The exact triggers for the fights are not specified in coverage.

The Dallas Cowboys official statement attributes the incidents to a "chippy" atmosphere, but does not elaborate on specific causes. The Guardian and ESPN both use the term "multiple brawls", but do not provide details on the sequence of events or the players involved. The NBC Sports headline is the most neutral, simply stating that "multiple fights" occurred. The identities of the players involved in the fights are not specified.

The extent of any injuries sustained during the altercations is also not mentioned. The reactions of the teams' coaches and management beyond Schottenheimer's statement are not detailed. The potential disciplinary actions or consequences for the players involved have not been addressed.

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Questions people are asking

What teams were involved in the joint practice session?

The Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints.

How many fights occurred during the practice session?

Six separate fights.

What was the reaction of the Cowboys' offensive coordinator?

Brian Schottenheimer described the practice as "chippy" and expressed disappointment.

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Dallas Cowboys New Orleans Saints NFL football joint practice brawls

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