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Last Updated: Mon Apr 15, 2024, 7:54 AM

Dallas Cowboys

-- Micah Parsons No-Shows --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons is not attending the start of Dallas’ voluntary off-season program Monday. This is nothing new, since he did not attend last year either.

-- CeeDee Lamb No-Shows --
Mon Apr 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb isn’t expected to attend the start of Dallas’ voluntary off-season program Monday. while he awaits a new contract to replace the one scheduled to pay him a fully-guaranteed $17.199 million for his upcoming fifth-year option season.

-- CeeDee Lamb Could Hold Out --
Mon Apr 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb is heading into the fifth and final year of his rookie contract, and without an extension it’s unclear what, if any, work he will do this offseason. Lamb is expected to skip voluntary work and may even hold out of mandatory work. The most likely scenario, if Lamb doesn’t get the contract he wants, may be a “hold in” once mandatory work begins. In that case, Lamb would show up but decline to participate in practices or any other activities that would risk an injury. Several players have done that and successfully negotiated new contracts without incurring the fines that come along with true holdouts of mandatory minicamp or training camp.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign One --
Wed Apr 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed OL Chuma Edoga.

-- Cowboys Hosting Jonathon Brooks --
Wed Apr 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Texas RB Jonathon Brooks is visiting with the Dallas Cowboys today.

-- Cowboys Eyeing Ezkiel Elliott --
Sat Mar 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys and free-agent RB Ezkiel Elliott have mutual interest in a reunion.

-- Dak Prescott Set to Play Out Contract --
Tue Mar 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys and QB Dak Prescott have a mutual understanding of his contract situation, sources say, with no offers from Dallas despite him being in a contract year. Owner and GM Jerry Jones said, “We are where we are, locked and loaded for this year.” There is no indication a deal is coming.

-- Two Cowboys Recovering from Shoulder Surgery --
Tue Mar 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys TE Luke Schoonmaker (shoulder) is recovering from recent shoulder surgery. Meanwhile, NT Mazi Smith (shoulder) underwent his shoulder surgery immediately after season.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign Rico Dowdle --
Mon Mar 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed RB Rico Dowdle.

-- Leighton Vander Esch Retires --
Mon Mar 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports free-agent LB Leighton Vander Esch announced his retirement today after a six-year career with the Dallas Cowboys. A neck injury last season forced him into the decision, and last week, the Cowboys released him.

-- Dak Prescott Restructures --
Mon Mar 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have converted a QB Dak Prescott’s $5 million roster bonus to a signing bonus, clearing $4 million in cap.

-- Cowboys Release Leighton Vander Esch --
Fri Mar 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have released LB Leighton Vander Esch with a failed physical designation.

-- Cowboys Release Michael Gallup --
Fri Mar 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have released WR Michael Gallup. The move will be designated as a post-June 1 release. It clears $9.5 million in cap space for Dallas this year, but saddles them with an $8.7 million dead cap charge next year.

-- Derrick Henry: The Cowboys Never Called --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports in an interview today, new Baltimore Ravens RB Derrick Henry said... “The Cowboys never called at all... I don’t really know what’s going on over there.” Like Henry, we don't know what is going on over there either.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign C.J. Goodwin --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed CB C.J. Goodwin to a one-year contract.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign Jourdan Lewis --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cowboys have re-signed CB Jourdan Lewis to a one-year contract.

-- Cowboys to Sign Eric Kendricks --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys have now agreed to terms with LB Eric Kendricks on a one-year contract.

-- Cowboys to Sign One --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have agreed to terms with LS Trent Sieg on a one-year contract.

-- Dak Prescott Sues Over Alleged $100 Million Extortion Plot --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports in January, a lawyer sent a letter to Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott seeking settlement of a potential claim for sexual assault. Today, Prescott turned the tables, suing the alleged victim and her lawyers for extortion. The case was filed in Collin County, Texas against Victoria Shores and her attorneys, Bethel T. Zehaie and Yoel T. Zehaie. The 11-page lawsuit includes claims for defamation and slander, defamation per se, civil extortion/duress, business disparagement, tortious interference with current and/or prospective business relations, civil conspiracy, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

-- Michael Gallup Can Seek a Trade --
Sat Mar 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys WR Michael Gallup has been given permission to seek a trade.

-- Zack Martin Restructures --
Fri Mar 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have restructured OG Zack Martin’s contract. They converted a portion of Martin’s salary into a bonus and cleared $13 million in cap space with the move.

-- Cowboys Re-Sign Carl Davis --
Wed Mar 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have re-signed DT Carl Davis.

-- Tony Pollard Open to a Return to Dallas at a Discount --
Wed Mar 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports RB Tony Pollard will test free agency, but he is open to returning even if the contract from another team is slightly higher than the Cowboys’ offer.

-- Cowboys Pick Up Micah Parsons' 5th-Year Option as a DE --
Tue Mar 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys are placing a fifth-year option on LB Micah Parsons as a defensive end.

-- Adios Tyron Smith? --
Sat Mar 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys All-Pro and Pro Bowl OLT Tyron Smith will be a free agent and is unlikely to return to Dallas, sources say.

-- Leighton Vander Esch Has Another Neck Injury --
Fri Mar 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) is dealing with another neck injury.

-- Cowboys to Keep Trey Lance for 2024, But... --
Thu Feb 29, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys will pick up QB Trey Lance’s $4.25 million summer roster bonus. However, the team will not pick up Lance’s fifth-year team option for 2025.

-- Cowboys Not Expected to Franchise Tony Pollard --
Mon Feb 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys are not expected to tag free-agent-to-be RB Tony Pollard for $12,109,200, according to sources.

-- Cowboys Name Cristian Garcia --
Fri Feb 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys have named Cristian Garcia Defensive Quality Control Coach.

-- Tyron Smith Not Retiring --
Tue Feb 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports OT Tyron Smith has no plans to retire, and the eight-time Pro Bowler hopes to continue his career with the Cowboys. Smith, 33, is scheduled to become a free agent next month.

-- Cowboys Name Mike Zimmer --
Mon Feb 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have named Mike Zimmer Defensive Coordinator.

-- New Extension Coming for Dak Prescott --
Sun Feb 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are expected to extend QB Dak Prescott to a new deal before free agency.

-- Cowboys Set to Name Mike Zimmer --
Thu Feb 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are expected to hire Mike Zimmer as their defensive coordinator.

-- No Extention for Mike McCarthy --
Sat Jan 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys reportedly won’t extend the contract of HC Mike McCarthy. This means that McCarthy will enter the final year of his contract in 2024.

-- Cowboys Want DC Dan Quinn Back If... --
Thu Jan 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys expect DC Dan Quinn to return as defensive coordinator if he doesn’t land a head coaching job.

-- Mike McCarthy Going Nowhere --
Wed Jan 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy is returning to the team for the 2024 season.

-- Mike McCarthy Still in Limbo --
Wed Jan 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports there’s no firm decision regarding Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy’s future with the team. McCarthy is expected to meet with Dallas owner and GM Jerry Jones in the coming days and finish exit interviews with Cowboys players.

-- Mike McCarthy in Limbo --
Mon Jan 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have a decision to make regarding HC Mike McCarthy, whose job status is now up in the air following the disastrous loss last night.

-- Cowboys Friday Injury Update --
Fri Jan 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Cowboys official website reports Cowboys QB Cooper Rush (illness) is questionable to play this week.

-- Cowboys Thursday Injury Update --
Thu Jan 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Cowboys official website reports Cowboys DT Johnathan Hankins (ankle), OG Zack Martin (rest), and OT Tyron Smith (rest) did not practice on Thursday. CB Stephon Gilmore (rest) and OT Tyler Smith (foot) were limited. DE Dorance Armstrong (ankle) and S Malik Hooker (ankle) fully practiced.

-- Cowboys Wednesday Injury Update --
Wed Jan 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Cowboys official website reports Cowboys CB Stephon Gilmore (rest), DT Johnathan Hankins (ankle), DE Demarcus Lawrence (rest), OG Zack Martin (rest), and OT Tyron Smith (rest) did not practice on Wednesday. WR Brandin Cooks (rest), CB Jordan Lewis (rest), and OT Tyler Smith (foot) were limited. DE Dorance Armstrong (ankle) and S Malik Hooker (ankle) fully practiced.

-- Stephon Gilmore Says He Will Play This Week --
Mon Jan 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys CB Stephon Gilmore (shoulder) underwent an MRI on his injured right shoulder on Monday. The scan showed no significant damage. Gilmore said he dislocated his shoulder and the team’s medical staff popped it back in place. He declared himself good to go for Sunday’s playoff game against the Packers.

-- Mike McCarthy Future Watch --
Sat Jan 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports there continues to be a feeling from people around the league, and even some within the Cowboys organization, that HC Mike McCarthy will be measured by how Dallas' final game goes. If the Cowboys play well in the postseason, McCarthy would have an excellent chance to keep his job. But if they struggle and end the season with an embarrassing loss, as has happened in each of the past two years, then some say that change could come to Dallas.

-- Cowboys Release Martavis Bryant --
Thu Jan 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have released WR Martavis Bryant.

-- Cowboys IR Deuce Vaughn --
Wed Jan 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed RB Deuce Vaughn (ankle) on injured reserve.

-- Cowboys Workout Two Former Cowboys --
Tue Jan 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys are bringing in familiar faces for workouts today in OL La'el Collins and LB Damien Wilson, according to sources. Collins played for the Cowboys from 2015-21. Wilson played for Dallas from 2015-18.

-- Cowboys Make Player Moves --
Wed Dec 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have activated OT Matt Waletzko from injured reserve and waived LB Rashaan Evans.

-- Mike McCarthy Returns to Manage Practice Friday --
Fri Dec 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy is back at practice this morning, less than 48 hours after an appendectomy.

-- Mike McCarthy Undergoes Appendectomy; Will Coach Sunday --
Thu Dec 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy (acute appendicitis) is back at his home after having surgery yesterday. He’s doing well. He’s expected to be back at The Star tomorrow and coach Sunday night against the Philadelphia Eagles

-- Mike McCarthy Undergoing an Appendectomy --
Wed Dec 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy is undergoing an appendectomy, but expects to be able to coach this weekend.

-- Cowboys Do Not Sign Shaq Leonard... Right Now --
Tue Nov 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports free-agent LB Shaq Leonard left his visit with the Cowboys without a contract.

-- Cowboys to Host Shaquille Leonard --
Sun Nov 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports free-agent LB Shaquille Leonard will visit the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday.

-- Cowboys Not Expected to Sign Shaq Leonard Right Now --
Fri Nov 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

CBS Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys are not expected to sign free-agent LB Shaq Leonard at this time.

-- Cowboys to Officially Sign Rashaan Evans --
Sat Nov 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are signing LB Rashaan Evans, the former first-round pick, to their 53-man roster, a source said. Evans has been elevated from the practice squad the last few weeks, and several teams have been attempting to sign him off the Dallas practice squad.

-- Rico Dowdle Watch --
Thu Nov 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy says he would like to get RB Rico Dowdle more touches, but he is fine with the current touch distribution between the backs.

-- Leighton Vander Esch Lost for the Season; Career in Jeopardy --
Tue Nov 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) is lost for the rest of the season and his career is in question due to a neck injury.

-- Brandin Cooks Not Frustrated --
Thu Nov 9, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks is not frustrated. “Getting frustrated, all that’s going to do is affect your mentals,” Cooks said Thursday, “and go down a route that you don’t want to go down.” Cooks said “you best believe 3 will be ready” if his opportunity arises. “I truly am just going to keep trusting it,” Cooks said. “That’s who I am. In my mind, it;’s get back to work and work harder and when it comes, it’s going to come. I mean that. I really do.”

-- Cowboys Sign Martavis Bryant --
Tue Nov 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed free-agent WR Martavis Bryant to their practice squad.

-- Cowboys to Workout Martavis Bryant --
Mon Nov 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports free-agent veteran WR Martavis Bryant is set to work out for the Dallas Cowboys on Tuesday.

-- Jerry Jones Speaks --
Thu Oct 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones said of the Cowboys’ activity at the trade deadline, “I don’t see anything heated up to a level that would cause something to happen.”

-- Cowboys IR Two --
Mon Oct 16, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed LB Leighton Vander Esch (neck) and CB C.J. Goodwin (pec) on injured reserve.

-- Cowboys IR Peyton Hendershot; Sign One --
Thu Oct 12, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed TE Peyton Hendershot (ankle) on injured reserve and signed TE Sean McKeon to their active roster from their practice squad.

-- Cowboys to IR Peyton Hendershot --
Thu Oct 12, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys are expected to place TE Peyton Hendershot (ankle) on injured reserve.

-- Trevon Diggs Lost for the Season Due to a Torn ACL --
Thu Sep 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs (torn ACL) suffered a torn ACL in Thursday's practice and will miss the rest of the 2023 season.

-- Cowboys Release Ronald Jones --
Mon Sep 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys have released RB Ronald Jones.

-- Cowboys Extend Terence Steele --
Sun Sep 3, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys and ORT Terence Steele reached agreement on a five-year, $86.8 million contract extension that includes $50 million guaranteed, per sources. The deal has a max upside of up to $91.8 million.

-- Cowboys Acquire Noah Igbinoghene --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Miami Dolphins have traded former first-round CB Noah Igbinoghene to the Dallas Cowboys for former second-round CB Kelvin Joseph.

-- Cowboys Activate Jourdan Lewis --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have activated CB Jourdan Lewis from the physically unable to perform list.

-- Cowboys Release Malik Davis --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived RB Malik Davis.

-- Cowboys Release Jabril Cox --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived LB Jabril Cox. The 2021 fourth-rounder will likely be back on the practice squad if he clears waivers.

-- Josh Ball Injury Update --
Mon Aug 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys OL Josh Ball (hip) injured his hip in Saturday’s final preseason game. HC Mike McCarthy said Monday that Ball’s injury is “significant” and will cost him “multiple weeks.” The Cowboys will have to decide whether to place Ball on season-ending injured reserve. If they carry him on the initial 53-player roster before placing him on IR, Ball could return at any point after four weeks.

-- Josh Ball OUT Two Months --
Sun Aug 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys OL Josh Ball (hip/groin) underwent an MRI today that revealed a soft tissue injury in hip-groin area that will sideline him about two months, a person familiar with result said. Ball is expected to avoid surgery. Still, an extensive absence is ahead for the Cowboys’ 2021 fourth-round pick. Ball is eligible to return this season if included in the initial 53-man roster Tuesday before being placed on injured reserve.

-- Cowboys Acquire Trey Lance --
Fri Aug 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Dallas Cowboys are in the process of completing a trade for former #3 overall pick San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance. For the price of a 2024 fourth-round pick and $6.25 million fully guaranteed over two seasons, Dallas gets a lottery ticket. He'll be their third-stringer now and if he develops, potentially a solid backup or more.

-- David Durden Lost for the Season --
Thu Aug 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie WR David Durden (knee) indeed tore his ACL, as an MRI confirmed the injury. He is lost for the season.

-- Cowboys Fear David Durden Tore His ACL --
Wed Aug 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie WR David Durden (knee) injured his knee during Wednesday night’s practice. He was carted off the practice field. Durden will undergo an MRI on Thursday, but the Cowboys fear Durden tore an anterior cruciate ligament.

-- Sam Williams Arrested Sunday --
Wed Aug 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Star Telegram reports Cowboys DE Sam Williams was arrested on Sunday on controlled substance and weapon charges. Frisco police arrested Williams for possession of marijuana, a low-level state felony, and the unlawful carrying of a weapon, a misdemeanor. The arrest will trigger an investigation from the NFL, which could lead to a suspension.

-- Two Cowboys Lost for the Season --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports it was discovered that Dallas Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) and TE John Stephens (knee) suffered ACL tears in the loss to Seattle after undergoing MRIs Sunday, per source. They are both lost for the season.

-- Deuce Vaughn Scores --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie RB Deuce Vaughn gained 14 yards on 5 carries on Saturday against the Seahawks, but did score and caught his targeted pass for -1 yards.

-- Cowboys Fear DeMarvion Overshown Tore His ACL --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys rookie LB DeMarvion Overshown (knee) was carted off in the first quarter of Saturday night’s preseason game in Seattle. The Cowboys fear a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the left knee of the rookie, according to multiple reports. Overshown will undergo an MRI on Sunday to confirm the initial diagnosis.

-- Micah Parsons Injures Leg --
Tue Aug 15, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys LB Micah Parsons (leg) left th=oday's practice session to have his left leg looked at by members of the training staff. Parsons had the leg wrapped, but did not return to drills. After practice was over, Parsons said that he got kicked in his leg and that he was going for further evaluation. There’s no sign of worry about a serious injury, but it wouldn’t be surprising to see the Cowboys proceed cautiously under any circumstances given the benefit of having Parsons at 100 percent in September.

-- Cowboys Give Zack Martin a Raise; He Ends Holdout --
Mon Aug 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Dallas Cowboys and All-Pro OG Zack Martin reached agreement on a reworked deal, per sources. The new deal will pay him north of $18 million in each of the next two years. Martin was scheduled to be at $13.5 million this year and $14 million next year, so it’s an additional $8.5+ million. Both years also have been fully guaranteed, per source. This ends his holdout.

-- Luke Schoonmaker Debuts --
Sun Aug 13, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker caught one pass for 8 yards on his lone target in his debut against the Jaguars this week.

-- Duece Vaughn Debuts & Scores --
Sun Aug 13, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

AP reports Dallas Cowboys rookie RB Duece Vaughn gained 50 yards on 8 carries, ran in for a score, and caught all three of his targets for 6 yards in the passing game. HC Mike McCarthy said the team was impressed.

-- Mazi Smith Injury Update --
Tue Aug 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys NT Mazi Smith (knee) underwent an MRI today after having dealt with knee discomfort in camp. “He’s fine,” a person familiar with the situation said. That is good news for the rookie first-round pick.

-- Mazi Smith Getting an MRI --
Tue Aug 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys first-round draft pick DT Mazi Smith (knee) isn’t practicing today here in Oxnard, and a source said he’s getting a precautionary MRI on his knee. Smith has been battling tendinitis in camp.

-- Zack Martin Holdout Watch --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys OG Zack Martin has missed 12 training camp practices in a contract holdout. That has amounted to $600,000 in fines the team cannot rescind. The sides have reached a stalemate: There is no sign Martin plans to report, and the Cowboys appear to have dug in their cleats with no intent to negotiate.

-- Jake Ferguson the Clear #1 TE --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Dallas Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson is the clear #1-TE for the team.

-- Cowboys to Release Tristan Vizcaino --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys will release PK Tristan Vizcaino from their 90-man roster. PK Brandon Aubrey is the only other kicker in camp with the team.

-- Cowboys to Activate Luke Schoonmaker Despite Minor Setback --
Mon Aug 7, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot - NFI) will come off the non-football injury list Monday and work his way into practice for the 1st time in camp. He has been dealing with plantar fascia but has stepped up his work the last week, battling through what HC Mike McCarthy called a minor setback.

-- Luke Schoonmaker Suffers Setback --
Sun Aug 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot) had a setback in his recovery from a foot injury, per HC Mike McCarthy.

-- Dak Prescott Unlikely to Play This Preseason --
Sat Aug 5, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports while a final determination has not been made, Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy said he is leaning toward not playing QB Dak Prescott in the preseason games.

-- Cowboys Extend Malik Hooker --
Fri Aug 4, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Dallas Cowboys S Malik Hooker is signing a three-year contract extension worth up to $24 million that includes an $8 million signing bonus paid in the next next 15 days and $16.5 million guaranteed. The deal ties him to the team through the 2026 season.

-- Sam Williams Injures Shoulder --
Mon Jul 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys DE Sam Williams (shoulder) has a shoulder strain. It’s too early to know how much time Williams will miss.

-- Ronald Jones Suspended Two Games --
Mon Jul 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys RB Ronald Jones has been suspended for two games for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing substances.

-- Trevon Diggs Has a Bruised Toe --
Sat Jul 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys CB Trevon Diggs (toe) will miss practice time with a bruised toe. The Cowboys hope Diggs will return to practice in the next few days. HC Mike McCarthy downplayed the situation. “We’re just being smart with it,” McCarthy said. “We don’t have concern about it.”

-- Luke Schoonmaker Rehab Update --
Sat Jul 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Dallas Morning News reports Cowboys rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker (foot) is missing start of training camp because of a foot injury that predates his time with team. HC Mike McCarthy is “definitely hopeful” that he’ll practice in Oxnard. “He’s definitely making progress, but I do not have a timeline for you.”

-- Israel Mukuamu OUT Multiple Weeks --
Thu Jul 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Dallas Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy says S Israel Mukuamu (hamstring) has a “multiple-week” injury that will sideline hium for most if not all of training camp. Mukuamu strained a hamstring. He has a chance to return in time for the season opener against the Giants.

-- Donovan Wilson Could be OUT 4-6 Weeks --
Wed Jul 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Dallas Cowboys S Donovan Wilson (calf) was diagnosed with a right calf strain that could keep him out 4-6 weeks. The Cowboys, though, do expect Wilson to return in time for the season opener against the Giants on Sept. 10.

-- Donovan Wilson Injures Calf --
Wed Jul 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Dallas Cowboys S Donovan Wilson (calf) was injured during the first practice of training camp in Oxnard, California. He limped off the field. The team’s medical staff examined Wilson in the injury tent before carting him to the locker room. Wilson will get an X-ray on his right calf.

-- Cowboys List Two --
Tue Jul 25, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Dallas Cowboys have placed CB Jourdan Lewis (foot) on the active physically unable to perform list. Rookie TE Luke Schoonmaker, the team’s second-round selection, also is rehabbing a foot injury. The Cowboys placed him on the active non-football injury list.

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