Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams revealed that he apologized to his teammates and received a fine for his taunting penalty in a 28-20 loss to the New York Giants on Sunday, according to Clarence Hill Jr.

Which makes Williams' unsportsmanlike penalty in the season opener at the New York Giants - a 28-20 loss for the Cowboys - all the more confusing. The second-year Cowboy caught a 17-yard touchdown pass from Dak Prescott, and as he crossed the goaline, extended the ball in the direction of the nearest Giants defender.

Javonte Williams led the way for the Cowboys' offense in Week 1, totaling 72 yards and scoring twice versus the Giants.

Javonte Williams took accountability after a costly taunting penalty in the Cowboys' 28-20 season-opening loss to the Giants. He said, "It's us versus us," and called the mistake a self-inflicted wound that cost his team.

The Cowboys as a whole failed to impress, but Javonte Williams at least gave them something.

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams shares that he apologized to his teammates after giving away a costly penalty in Week 1.

NFL fans on X criticized Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams for his costly penalty in Week 1 against the New York Giants.

Javonte Williams rushed 12 times for 41 yards and a touchdown in the Cowboys' Week 1 loss to the Giants, adding five receptions for 31 yards and a touchdown.

The Dallas Cowboys released a player many thought would be RB2. Who'll fill the void behind Williams now?

Javonte Williams had a breakout campaign in 2025 and could get off to a hot start in Week 1 as the Dallas Cowboys take on the New York Giants.

Ex-Denver Broncos RB Javonte Williams called out over "insane" taunting penalty in Cowboys' opening loss to New York Giants.