Cowboys’ DeMarvion Overshown penalized for running onto field in sweatpants

Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown became the center of one of the NFL's most unusual penalties during the team's 27-23 victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium.During the fourth quarter, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor lost a fumble after a tackle involving Cowboys defensive tackle Quinnen Williams.Dallas linebacker Shemar James recovered the football, giving the Cowboys possession while protecting a narrow 20-17 lead.As the Dallas defense ran toward the end zone to celebrate, Overshown joined his teammates on the field.There was one major problem: Overshown wasn't eligible to participate in the game.The linebacker had been declared inactive because of back and hamstring injuries. Instead of his football uniform, he was wearing blue sweatpants and a stocking cap.Referee Clay Martin announced an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty against Dallas, specifically describing the player by his clothing rather than his jersey number.The unusual announcement quickly went viral.