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COWBOYS CHARGED, RAIDERS RACKED: FINES FOR KOONCE, PICKENS, OVERSHOWN MADE

The NFL fines Raiders DE Malcolm Koonce and Cowboys' George Pickens & DeMarvion Overshown for Week 11 infractions. Plus, can the Raiders' offence overcome the Browns' elite defence led by Myles Garrett?

Cowboys Charged, Raiders Racked: Fines For Koonce, Pickens, Overshown Made
The NFL has announced fines for the Raiders and Cowboys players, Malcolm Koonce, George Pickens, and DeMarvion Overshown

The Week 11 game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys wasn't exactly a textbook example of clean football. With the whole world tuned in to watch on Monday Night Football, a few rule violations occurred that prompted the NFL to take action.

The league has officially announced disciplinary measures for three players involved in the game. First up is Malcolm Koonce, a defensive end for the Raiders, who will be docked $12,172 for an instance of unnecessary roughness. This penalty was a result of him hitting Tyler Guyton, an offensive lineman for the Cowboys, in the helmet after a play had concluded.

George Pickens, a wide receiver for the Cowboys, is facing a more substantial fine of $26,085 for unsportsmanlike behaviour. In the second quarter, following a touchdown, Pickens embraced the Raiders’ goalpost, an action prohibited under league rules. Given his history of similar infractions, his penalty is notably higher than Koonce's.

Pickens isn't the only member of the Cowboys to receive a fine. DeMarvion Overshown, a defensive lineman, has been penalised $8,166 for delivering a late hit during the second quarter. These penalties shouldn't come as a shock. It was widely anticipated that both Pickens and Koonce would be fined for their respective actions. Overshown’s foul wasn't as blatant, so it was less certain whether he would be penalised. Nevertheless, the NFL is cracking down on penalties, so players will continue to be fined for not always following the rules. Pickens is in danger of a huge fine next time if he messes up again.


Raiders Offence Faces Another Tough Test


The Raiders’ offensive unit was hoping to find its rhythm against the Cowboys’ struggling defensive squad. Yet, they only managed to score 16 points in the defeat. The road ahead isn’t getting any easier, particularly with the Cleveland Browns boasting one of the NFL’s stingiest defences.

Myles Garrett, the Browns’ star defensive end, is considered the frontrunner for the defensive player of the year award, and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly understands the significant threat he represents.

“Looking at Myles, the remarkable thing is his physical presence,” Kelly commented on Thursday. “He’s a sizeable guy at roughly 270 pounds, yet he possesses the agility of a linebacker. Observing his movements, it’s clear that very few individuals of his size can move with such fluidity. … I doubt there’s anyone who can truly replicate Myles in practice, especially given that he’s already recorded 15 sacks through 10 games. At this rate, he’s on pace to potentially break the league’s all-time sack record. He’s among the best we’ll encounter this season.”

Raiders Need Big Game From Ashton Jeanty


Given Garrett's dominance, making it difficult for the Raiders to effectively pass against the Browns, their main chance of putting up points relies on a strong rushing attack. Despite Ashton Jeanty's limited contribution for much of the season, the Browns are well aware of the threat he poses.

Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz stated, as reported, "His performance on film appears far superior to what his statistics indicate. When you review his stats, his average of 3.7 yards per attempt is not particularly impressive. However, when you watch him play, it's clear he is constantly breaking tackles and evading defenders. He’s incredibly elusive, like a bowling ball out there, standing around 5-foot-8 and weighing between 215 and 220 pounds. He runs with power, and I anticipate he will develop into a very good player.”

KENDRICK BOURNE REVEALS THE STRICT DISCIPLINE THAT SPARKED THE PATRIOTS' TURNAROUND

Kendrick Bourne speaks out! Discover why he thinks Mike Vrabel is the right fit and why he’s eyeing a 2026 return to the 49ers.

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Kendrick Bourne’s path through the NFL has zigzagged all over – some highs, plenty of lows, and now, another fresh start. He took a shot with the Patriots in 2025 after building his reputation with the 49ers. But honestly, that New England chapter ended before it even got going. Bourne didn’t just slip out the back door. He left with a lot to say about what he saw brewing in New England as Mike Vrabel took charge.

Once Vrabel arrived, you didn’t need to listen for rumours about a culture shift; it was obvious. Bourne noticed right away. He’s already got his eyes set on home, back with the 49ers, but even from a distance, he could see the Patriots were heading somewhere new long before their record showed it.

Talking about his exit from New England, Bourne didn’t sugarcoat anything. Losing the job itself wasn’t the hardest part. What stung was watching Vrabel put his stamp on the team, laying down the kind of structure and discipline Bourne knew would eventually pay off. He was blunt; things just felt different under Vrabel compared to before.

He put it like this: “After going through OTAs and camp with Vrabes, you just knew. Nothing against Mayo, but he just wasn’t ready. With Vrabes, the structure was totally different in how we studied, how we met, and just the whole vibe. Honestly, I was sad about it.”

This wasn’t just a guy being bitter. Bourne respected what was happening in New England and genuinely wished he could have been part of it, especially with a Super Bowl push on the horizon. He even admitted he’d wanted to be in that locker room when the Patriots finally made it back to the big stage.

Now he’s back with the 49ers, hoping to stick around. At 30, Bourne wants a new contract in San Francisco. He had a solid 2025, racked up 551 yards, picked up a contract bonus, and gave the offence a spark. The 49ers needed reliable hands, and Bourne delivered. He’s clear: he wants to stay, but only if the deal makes sense for him.

So now, the offseason gets interesting. Bourne knows where he fits best, but he’s still keeping an eye on what’s building in New England. That mix of looking back and chasing what’s next makes this part of his career one to pay attention to.

MRI SCARE: STEVE KERR ADMITS STEPH CURRY’S "NEBULOUS" KNEE MAY REQUIRE SECOND IMAGING

Warriors crisis! Discover why Steph Curry may need another MRI and how Jimmy Butler’s ACL tear shifts GSW to the play-in.

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The Warriors have been scrambling since Jimmy Butler went down with that ACL tear. He’s done for the year, and now Stephen Curry has to carry the offence on his own.

Right after the All-Star break, the Warriors are sitting in eighth place out West. That’s already shaky, and now Curry’s dealing with a knee injury too. The team calls it runner's knee; basically, he just needs time to heal. But then Steve Kerr gave an update that didn’t exactly inspire confidence.

Turns out, Curry might need another MRI. He tried to push through a full workout, but his knee just wasn’t right. Now, they’re waiting on imaging to figure out how long he’ll actually be out.

Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis still hasn’t suited up for Golden State. If Curry misses significant time, everyone else needs to step up in a big way. The Warriors already have one of the most average offences in the league, 15th at the break. No curry, and things get ugly fast. He’s already missed 16 games this season, and the team went 6-10 without him.

Losing Butler already knocked the Warriors out of serious contention. They’re pretty much locked into the play-in. Unless Curry suddenly goes supernova, it’s hard to see them catching the Thunder or making any real noise out West.

So, what’s next? The front office tried to swing big at the deadline, going after Giannis Antetokounmpo, though who knows if the Bucks ever really considered it. Giannis stayed put, but you can bet the Warriors will chase him again this summer.

If that doesn’t work, they’ll turn to other stars. They know the championship window is closing with Curry still on the roster. He’s still elite, but time’s ticking.

LeBron James even comes up as a possibility. If he declines his player option and hits free agency, maybe he’d team up with Curry for one last run at a ring.

Most likely, though, Golden State will look at trades instead of free agents to try to reload. Curry’s health isn’t what it used to be, and the Warriors know they have to make the most of whatever prime he’s got left.

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