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NFL·ANALYSIS·September 13, 2026 11:40 PM ET

Javonte Williams taunting penalty costs Cowboys a point

Brandon Aubrey misses attempt after a 15-yard setback.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 141 min read
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Javonte Williams with a taunting penalty on his touchdown, and Brandon Aubrey misses the extra point. He nearly missed o Via @WerderEdNFL on X

What happened: Dallas running back Javonte Williams was flagged 15 yards for taunting after reaching the ball out toward a defender while crossing the goal line. The penalty pushed the subsequent extra-point attempt back, which Brandon Aubrey missed. Aubrey had also nearly missed an earlier kick in the game.

Why it matters: The sequence drew criticism regarding Dallas' discipline and uninspired overall performance. The lost point also impacted the, where the pregame total closed around 48.5.

What to watch: The Dallas coaching staff faces immediate questions regarding team execution.

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