The Dallas Cowboys-Washington Commanders Week 18 matchup had its fair share of excitement, including an unfortunate incident involving a Cowboys cheerleader. Dallas placekicker Brandon Aubrey’s kickoff went out of bounds and hit a cheerleader in the back of the head, causing her to fall to the ground. The cheerleader, believed to be Michelle Siemienowski, quickly got back up and appeared to be laughing about the incident. Siemienowski, a first-year cheerleader, had fulfilled her dream of joining the Cowboys cheer squad and was grateful for the experience despite the mishap.
After the incident with the cheerleader, the game continued with the Cowboys looking to finish the season on a high note. However, the Commanders had other plans. Quarterback Marcus Mariota, who had taken over for Jayden Daniels, led the team down the field with just over three minutes left in the fourth quarter. With Washington down by three points, Mariota found Terry McLaurin in the end zone for a game-winning touchdown on the final play from scrimmage. The Commanders finished the season with a 12-5 record, earning the No. 6 seed in the playoffs.
Despite the loss to Washington, the Dallas Cowboys finished the season with a 7-10 record. The Commanders’ victory secured their spot as the No. 6 seed in the playoffs, avoiding a matchup with the top-seeded Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles won the division with a 14-3 record, while the Commanders would have faced them as the No. 7 seed. The game between the Cowboys and Commanders was a thrilling conclusion to the regular season, with both teams giving their all until the final whistle.
The incident involving the cheerleader and the errant kickoff added an unexpected twist to an already exciting game. Social media users were quick to react to the mishap, but Siemienowski handled the situation with grace and humor. Her cheer teammates and members of the Commanders team made sure she was okay after the incident. Despite the unexpected turn of events, the game continued and provided fans with a thrilling finish as the Commanders secured their playoff seeding.
As the regular season came to a close, both the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders reflected on their performances and looked ahead to the playoffs. The Commanders’ victory over the Cowboys secured their place in the postseason, while Dallas finished the season with a losing record. The Commanders’ success in the final game of the season was a testament to their determination and resilience. Both teams will now turn their focus to the playoffs, where they will look to make a deep run and compete for a championship. Fans can follow the latest sports coverage on Fox News Digital and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter for updates on their favorite teams and players.
