The Dallas Cowboys’ hot streak didn’t just cool off in Denver — it exploded into chaos. A week after their 44–22 triumph over Washington, America’s Team got humbled 24–44 by the Broncos, losing both control and composure.

Now, the fallout extends beyond the scoreboard. The NFL is reportedly preparing to punish linebacker Sam Williams, whose emotional breakdown on the field turned a tough loss into a potential disciplinary nightmare.

Williams, known for his raw talent and short fuse, once again lost his temper after a Broncos touchdown, getting into a heated exchange with tackle Garrett Bolles before appearing to swing at his facemask. The act drew an unnecessary roughness penalty that ignited outrage from coaches and fans alike.

“The Cowboys didn’t just lose on the field — they lost their discipline,” said analyst Maitland Rutledge. “Williams’ antics are exactly what this team can’t afford right now.”

The penalty, though seemingly minor, could trigger major consequences. NFL officials are reviewing the play to determine if it qualifies as a repeat facemask offense — which would raise his fine from $11,002 earlier this month to a staggering $17,389.

That’s not just money — it’s reputation. Williams already carries a history of fines and suspensions, including a three-game ban last year for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy, despite missing the entire season on injured reserve.

This marks his fourth penalty of 2025 and the 16th in his career, a pattern that has eroded trust within the Cowboys locker room. Former teammates and insiders describe Williams as a “game-changer who can’t stay out of his own way.”

Sources close to the team say the Cowboys’ coaching staff is running out of patience, and internal discipline may be added on top of any NFL action. The league, meanwhile, is expected to announce an official fine — and possibly a one-game suspension — by the end of the week.

The timing couldn’t be worse. Dallas’ defense, once dominant, crumbled against the Broncos, surrendering 44 points and losing their grip on the NFC playoff picture.

Now, instead of focusing on redemption, the Cowboys face yet another distraction — one that underscores the widening gap between talent and accountability inside their locker room.

If Sam Williams doesn’t rein it in soon, this could be the moment his NFL career starts slipping through his fingers.

In the NFL, your passion can make you — but your lack of control can break you.