Dallas Cowboys quarterback Trey Lance has received a $22,511 fine for unnecessary roughness, specifically for using his helmet to deliver a hit during Week 10’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Lance replaced Cooper Rush (himself replacing Dak Prescott, who is currently recovering from surgery) when the game got out of hand for the Cowboys. In limited action, he completed just four pass attempts for 21 yards and an interception.
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During the fourth quarter of action, the former No. 3 pick actually made a tackle on Eagles safety Reed Blankenship. He was trying to prevent the defensive back from returning a fumble for a touchdown.
The incident occurred when Lance lowered his head to make contact with Eagles safety Reed Blankenship, who had recovered a fumble and was running toward the Dallas end zone. Although the play was not penalized during the game, Lance received the fine afterward.
Each Saturday, the NFL announces the fines and penalty amounts imposed on players for violations committed during the previous week. The funds collected through these fines are “donated to the Professional Athletes Foundation to assist Legends in need, as well as to the NFL Foundation to promote the health, safety, and well-being of athletes at all levels, including youth football, and the communities that support the game.”
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