Cowboys Immediately Release Veteran Defensive End After Serious Off-Field Conduct Violation Involving Team Staff Member
The Dallas Cowboys have made a sudden and decisive roster move, releasing a veteran defensive end late Monday night following what team officials described as a “major violation of organizational conduct standards.” Sources inside The Star confirmed that the incident involved inappropriate off-field behavior with a member of the Player Performance and Athletic Training staff.
According to multiple internal reports, the situation escalated quickly after the revelation that the defensive end, who is married, had been involved in an inappropriate relationship with a female staff member assigned to work directly with the players. The internal review moved rapidly, and Cowboys leadership determined the conduct to be “unacceptable and incompatible with team values,” resulting in immediate termination.
The Cowboys have dealt with injuries, adversity and roster adjustments throughout the season, but this is one of the rare instances where the organization has been forced to intervene in a personal matter that directly affects the professional environment. Many players were reportedly stunned by how abruptly the news broke, as the individual had earned respect within the locker room due to his veteran presence.
League sources said the Cowboys acted swiftly to protect their staff member, reinforce workplace boundaries, and prevent any further disruption inside the building. While the franchise declined to publicly identify the player in their initial statement, the details were later confirmed through internal channels.
The veteran defensive end involved in the incident was Isaiah Land, who joined the Cowboys during his second stint with the team and had contributed in rotational snaps across multiple defensive packages. Land was removed from the facility shortly after the decision was finalized, and his locker was cleared before sunrise.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed the decision privately before speaking with selected media members. His words reflected disappointment but also conviction.
“He is a talented player, and he worked hard for this team,” Brian said. “But in this building, character always comes first. We have expectations and standards, and when someone breaks that trust, there have to be consequences. Our job is to protect this team, protect our staff, and protect the culture we work for every day.”
Cowboys leadership emphasized that they will offer full support to the affected staff member and are reinforcing workplace standards across all departments. As for the roster, the team is expected to make a corresponding move in the coming days.
Despite the challenges of the season, the Cowboys now find themselves navigating a rare and unexpected off-field situation, a moment that tests not only the strength of their depth chart but also the integrity and structure of the organization.
How to Watch Packers vs. Vikings: Broadcast Guide, Prediction, Odds, Spread, Injury Updates for NFL Week 12
The Minnesota Vikings are looking to get back on track when they head to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon.
Minnesota has lost two straight games and four of its last five, while Green Bay is coming off a road win over the Giants that ended its two-game skid.
Can the Packers cover at home?
Here’s a breakdown of the odds, a player to watch, betting trends and my prediction for this matchup in Week 12.
Vikings vs. Packers Odds, Spread and Total
Spread
- Vikings +6.5 (-110)
- Packers -6.5 (-110)
Moneyline
- Vikings: +230
- Packers: -285
Total
- 41.5 (Over -108/Under -112)
Vikings vs. Packers How to Watch
- Date: Sunday, November 23
- Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
- Venue: Lambeau Field
- How to Watch (TV): FOX
- Vikings record: 4-6
- Packers record: 6-3-1
Vikings vs. Packers Betting Trends
- The Vikings are 4-6 against the spread this season.
- The Packers are 3-7 against the spread this season.
- The OVER is 7-3 in the Vikings' games this season.
- The UNDER is 5-4-1 in the Packers' games this season.
- The Vikings are 3-2 against the spread on the road this season.
- The Packers are 2-3 against the spread at home this season.
Vikings vs. Packers Injury Reports
Vikings Injury Report
- Jonathan Greenard – out
- Ryan Kelly – questionable
Packers Injury Report
- MarShawn Lloyd – out
- Josh Jacobs – questionable
- Lukas Van Ness – out
- Brandon McManus – out
- Nate Hobbs – out
Vikings vs. Packers Key Player to Watch
Jordan Love, Quarterback, Green Bay Packers
It’s been a love-hate relationship at quarterback this season in Green Bay. Jordan Love has had a few terrific games, throwing for 292 yards or more in three contests, but combined for just 350 yards in his last two games.
Love is coming off a particularly bad game when you consider the opponent. He completed 13 of 24 passes for 174 yards and two touchdowns against the Giants, which came on a short week after the Eagles held him to 176 yards on 20 of 36 passing the week prior.
This will be a huge week for Love and the Packers as they host their NFC North rivals, especially after the Vikings swept the season series last year, winning each game by just two points.
Vikings vs. Packers Prediction and Pick
Rivalry games are always intense, so I’m a bit surprised to see this big of a line for this one. Sure, the Packers look like the superior team, but Minnesota has been able to keep it close in most games this season, including an upset win as +9.5 underdogs in Detroit.
The Packers have only covered in three of 10 games this season, and while the Vikings are only one better, I like Minnesota to keep this close yet again on Sunday in Green Bay.
Pick: Vikings +6.5 (-110)
