NFL gives Cowboys special treatment with latest decision
The NFL got it right: Following the Dallas Cowboys' turkey leg celebration during Thanksgiving's win over the Washington Commanders back in Week 12, the league isn't fining anyone on the team, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. By rule, the league could've, given the fact that the Cowboys used a prop in the celebration. The decision […]
The NFL got it right: Following the Dallas Cowboys' turkey leg celebration during Thanksgiving's win over the Washington Commanders back in Week 12, the league isn't fining anyone on the team, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
By rule, the league could've, given the fact that the Cowboys used a prop in the celebration.
The decision comes as a surprise, however, considering the league has fined the Cowboys in the past for many of their red kettle celebrations including last year's "whac-a-mole" celebration from the tight end room.
Although I agree with the decision because of the Cowboys' support to the Salvation Army and because the team's celebrations with the red kettle have led to increased donations, it's easy to understand why many people will complain about the news.
After all, the league's decision-making is highly inconsistent when it comes to disciplining players (and non-players). This very week, the NFL was put on blast on social media after Tyreek Hill's videographer revealed he was banned for the season (and maybe even more) for handing the star Miami Dolphins wide receiver his phone for Hill to record a backflip.
How does that, a celebration with a prop, result in a potentially permanent ban for the videographer but the Cowboys can celebrate (twice) with a prop and receive no fine? Where does the special treatment come from?
Again, I'm not against the decision not to fine the Cowboys. I actually believe it's a rare win from Roger Goodell and company. But this is a classic example of the league handing down inconsistent rulings.
That being said, it likely means the Cowboys could be gearing up toward planning something new. The red kettle remains at AT&T Stadium for a few weeks after Thanksgiving, which means they could be there for their Week 14 showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.
The league just gave them carte blanche leading up to the key divisional showdown.
